Tips for Being Successful as a First - Generation College Student

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TIPS FOR BEING SUCCESSFUL AS A FIRST-GENERATION
COLLEGE STUDENT
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As the first in your family to go to college, it
may feel as if the world is stacked against you.
At RightC3, we want you to know that the coaches
are in your corner. Heres some of our best tips
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Consider Going Directly to a 4-year College,
Full-Time

• Research indicates that the traditional path of
  attending a four-year college soon after
  graduation is still the path that leads to the
  most successful graduation outcomes. The research
  also shows that this is especially relevant for
  first-generation students, as they are
  statistically less likely to graduate and more
  likely to postpone or stall their college studies.

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Be Academically Prepared

• Many first-year, first-generation students may
  not feel ready for the rigors of college classes.
  Taking advanced courses during your years in high
  school, even if not required, can help you be
  ready for what is to come. During your spare
  time, get into the habit of reading as much as
  you can. College classes often have a lot of
  material you will need to read on your own
  outside of class.

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Find Support

• Many students may feel overwhelmed once they get
  on campus. Check out this video of a
  first-generation college student discussing her
  experience and her recommendations for enhancing
  resources for first-generation college students.
  Fortunately, many colleges have answered the call
  for additional resources. This website has a
  great college search detailing the resources
  available at each school. Outside of the college
  itself, you can also find support by connecting
  with the coaches on our team that are
  first-generation college graduates!

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Seek Out Mentors and Allies

• Being outgoing is basically a requisite for being
  a first-generation college student. No one will
  be able to answer your questions if you dont
  ask. In college, you should make an effort to get
  to know your professors, and make good use of
  your academic advisor. Other great places to find
  people to answer your questions are your
  residential assistant, the financial aid office,
  the multicultural center, the career center, and
  the learning services center.

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For more tips and advice, our clients can always
contact us to discuss their options. We look
forward to working with you!
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