First Scholars is a four-year program designed to assist first-generation college students succeed in school and ultimately graduate from college. Students selected as scholars receive personalized assistance in academics, social, and personal development along with an annual, renewable $5,000 scholarship.
The First Scholars program selects approximately 24 incoming freshman each year to participate. Scholars create an individual plan for success and participate in a variety of group activities tailored to enhance the college experience for those who are the first in their family to attend college.
First Scholars supports participants through key transitions on their path to graduation. The program provides guidance through four years of college as students connect to campus, optimize their college experience, expand their career and community opportunities and transition to the future. During this progression, scholars gain self-awareness, define personal success, and explore significance through community engagement and impact.
For more details about First Scholars go to www.firstscholars.org. Jessica Franks is the contact person at the University of Alabama. Her email address is jfranks@aalan.ua.edu, and her phone number is 205-348-6559.
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