Rivera-Gulley First-Gen Scholarship Award
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.
To apply, tell us about yourself and how being a first-generation student has affected your life and career goals.
Tell us about yourself, why you want to attend college, and some of your career/life goals.
Winners and Finalists
August 2023
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Sep 15, 2024. Winners will be announced on Oct 15, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Oct 15, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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