PSYCHOEDUCATION | STORIES | STRATEGIES AND SOLUTIONS
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Breaking Barriers to First-Generation Student Success
First-generation college students make up over half of undergraduate students in the United States, yet their graduation rate is significantly lower than their peers – only 24% earn a degree, compared to 59% of their continuing-generation counterparts. This disparity is largely driven by the lack of resources and guidance available to help them navigate higher education successfully. Given that a college degree opens doors to better job opportunities and greater civic engagement, it is essential for institutions to implement systemic changes that support first-generation students’ success.
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