・Federal law defines a first-generation college student as someone whose parent or parents did not complete a four-year degree, but colleges sometimes use their own definitions. ・First-generation ...

New England, and much of the country, is experiencing a sharp drop in the number of traditional college-age students. But one ...

When you’re the first in your family to earn a college degree, it’s a major milestone, not just for you, but for generations ...

Deciding whether to pursue a bachelor’s degree is a monumental choice, especially for students whose parents have not attended college themselves. College opens doors to socio-economic opportunity, ...

This story has been updated. When no one in your family has gone to college, applying to a higher education institution and choosing a career can feel confusing and intimidating. Some students also ...

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College is a time for aspiring students to discover their identities, develop a career pathway, and find their place in the world. The transition from living at home through high school to living ...

Students applying for college financial aid can start filling out their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) now. The updated form launched last week — the earliest it's been available in ...

UC Santa Cruz Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) is proud to celebrate National First-Generation Week, taking place November 3–7, with a series of events honoring the resilience, leadership, and ...