Dr. Lawther First in the Family Scholarship
This scholarship aims to support students who are forging new paths for their families by obtaining college degrees. First-generation college students frequently face unique hurdles such as financial constraints, academic unpreparedness, and difficulties in navigating college li…
04.01.27
263 days left
$1,000
Award amount
2
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Jun 1, 2026
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263 days left
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- Background: First-generation college student Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student
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Upcoming
Study levels
Graduate student
Field of study
Business Management and Marketing, Communication and Journalism, Computer and Information Sciences, Construction Trades, Education, Health Professions and Clinical Sciences, History, Legal Professions and Law Studies, Parks Recreation and Fitness Studies, Psychology, Visual and Performing Arts
Number of awards
1
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- Essay prompt: 1. What does being the first in your family to obtain a college degree mean to you? 2. What do you want to pursue in college? 3. What are your long term goals? Essay requirements: min length 400, max length 600.
- Background: First-generation college student Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student.
- First-generation college students frequently face unique hurdles such as financial constraints, academic unpreparedness, and difficulties in navigating college life. ….
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Amount: $1,000
Number of awards: 1
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Overview
Overcoming these challenges not only fuels their personal growth and success but also breaks intergenerational cycles of educational disadvantage, thereby driving societal progress. In recognition of the challenges faced by first-generation students, this scholarship aims to promote educational equity and empower these students to reach their full potential, thereby enriching our academic communities. This scholarship aims to support students who are forging new paths for their families by obtaining college degrees…
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