Scholarships for First Generation College Students?

Hi everyone, I'm the first in my family to go to college and I'd love some advice on scholarships that might be available for first-generation students. What are some great scholarships to apply for, and are there any specific requirements?

While there are many scholarships out there, few are specifically geared toward first-generation students. Here are a few that may be of interest:

1. "I'm First! Scholarship" is provided by the Center for Student Opportunity. They award funds, distributed over four years, to students who are among the first in their families to go to college and have demonstrated leadership abilities in high school.

2. The Sallie Mae Fund's "First in My Family Scholarship" program provides scholarships to Hispanic-American students who are first in their families to attend college. The funds can be used for tuition fees, books, and other educational expenses.

3. The "First Generation Matching Grant" is available to first-generation college students from Florida, attending eligible Florida institutions. The program matches funds raised by the participating institution on a dollar-for-dollar basis.

Requirements will vary for each scholarship but some common ones include:

- Demonstrating financial need, usually by providing FAFSA results

- Attending an accredited university

- Being a first-generation college student

Make sure to check with scholarship providers for their specific requirements and application deadlines. It's also worthwhile to check if any local businesses, nonprofits, or community foundations in your area offer scholarships for first-generation students. In addition, the financial aid office at your prospective colleges might have information on school-specific resources. Good luck!