We are excited about your interest in this scholarship opportunity dedicated to providing wrap around services designed to improve the retention, matriculation, graduation and career readiness of first-generation transfer students.
Eligible students will receive a scholarship up to $4000, and be immersed in a culture of first-generation specific community-based programming, high-touch academic and success coaching, along with targeted programs that will increase their overall employability upon graduation.
Eligibility criteria are listed below:
- Be admitted to Florida Atlantic University for either the Summer or Fall 2024 semester or Spring 2025 semester as a first-time in college transfer student.
- Be a first-generation student. First-generation is defined as a student whose parent(s)/guardian(s) have not attained a 4-year degree.
- Must have an AA degree from a Florida College System institution.
- Remain committed to participate in the program for the full two years or until time of graduation (whichever comes first).
For additional information, please contact us at 561-297-4941 or at firstgenprogram@fau.edu.