Have you gone mad?
Your first semester in college will be overwhelming. There is no doubt about it. Your ability to succeed is not the concern – your passion…
Santa Jerry's Gifts
My first semester here was quite a mess actually. I was homesick during the semester, sleeping at unusual times, struggling to remember everyone’s names (hey,…
Applying For Financial Aid: the FAFSA
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. How to Apply for Financial Aid with the FAFSA To apply for financial…
Who Gets Scholarships? How Can You Find Them?
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. The Who, What and How of Scholarships As you apply to college, you…
What if I'm Undocumented, Homeless, or in Foster Care?
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. If You’re Undocumented If you are an undocumented student you can attend college.…
Courses for College Entry
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. English (or Language Arts) A typical English curriculum will focus on important works…
Get the Support You Need
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Find a Mentor A huge part of creating this support network is the…
How to Choose Between and Prepare for the SAT and ACT
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Which Tests Should I Take? This is typically a personal choice for each…
Make Yourself College Material
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Your GPA Matters When reviewing applications, one of the first things colleges look…
Manage Your Time Like a Pro
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Six Steps Toward Effective Time Management Know What You Have To Do For some…
How to Change Your Major or Transfer Schools
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Big changes like switching majors or transferring schools can feel very scary. The…
How to Find Your Major
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Choosing your college major may seem overwhelming when faced with so many academic…
The Perfect Schedule
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Meeting with an adviser is essential, but there are things you can do…
How to Find – And Get – a Great Internship
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Perhaps one of the best things you can do to ensure post-college success…
What to Expect at College
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. So what else can you expect as you start your college journey? Culture…
You're Not Alone! How to Find Support While in College
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Going to college is a life-changing experience for most students. But for first-generation college…
What Kinds of Colleges Are Out There?
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. What type of college works best for you? That's one of the critical questions…
What Kinds of College Degrees Are Out There?
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. With college costs skyrocketing, making sure you have the right degree targeted isn't…
Mastering the College Visit
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. There's no substitute for seeing things with your own eyes—and that goes double-vision…
Majorly Undecided: Thinking About College Majors
This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Asking an 18-year-old to pin down a preferred career choice is not easy.…