Who Can Apply:
- First-generation students face the burden of paving the way in academia for themselves and future generations.
- Without mentorship or guidance from parents, first-generation students are forced to navigate the world of higher education alone and create a legacy for those who come after them. First-generation students also often face significant financial barriers due to their parents having more limited job opportunities.
- This scholarship aims to support students who are the first in their families to attend college so they can navigate the challenges and costs of higher education.
- Any first-generation, four-year undergraduate student may apply for this scholarship.
Submission: To apply, tell us about yourself and how being a first-generation student has affected your life and career goals.
Deadline: September 16, 2024
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/rivera-gulley-first-gen-scholarship-award/