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Making the Most of Your Campus Resources as a First-Generation Student

Colleges abound with resources for first-generation students, but it can be hard to know what they are. These are the campus resources you should look for.

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Freelance Writer

The Pressure of Being a First-Generation Student

A look at some of the stresses you may face as a first-generation student and ways to alleviate the pressure. Plus, some of the positives of being the first in your family to go to college!

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

First-Generation Students and the College Search

Relationships are instrumental to college search success for first-generation students, and it's especially helpful to form one with your admission counselor.

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Assistant Director of Admission, Hawaii Pacific University

Applying to Out-of-State Colleges as a First-Generation Student

It can be tough to figure out the higher education system as a first-generation student. What could make things more complicated? Applying to out-of-state colleges. This guide for first-gens can help you navigate the process.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

First in Your Family to Go to College? You Are Not Alone!

Being the first in your family to apply to college can be overwhelming. Where do you even start?

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Student, Whitney M. Young Magnet High School