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Top 48 First Generation Scholarships for Students in March 2024

Written by Will Geiger

Will Geiger is the co-founder of Scholarships360 and has a decade of experience in college admissions and financial aid. He is a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Kenyon College where he personally reviewed 10,000 admissions applications and essays. Will also managed the Kenyon College merit scholarship program and served on the financial aid appeals committee. He has also worked as an Associate Director of College Counseling at a high school in New Haven, Connecticut. Will earned his master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania and received his undergraduate degree in history from Wake Forest University.

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Updated: March 2nd, 2024

Will you be the first person in your immediate family to attend college? If so, you are a first-generation college student! There are numerous colleges and private organizations that offer first generation scholarships for students who will be the first in their family to attend college!

Generally, first generation scholarships are open to students whose parents have not earned a four year undergraduate degree. However, specific organizations and colleges may define first generation differently, so always double-check. Keep on reading to learn more about eligibility, award amount, and tips for how to find and win first generation scholarships!

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$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Scholarships360

Exclusive
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Scholarships360

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The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application
1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Mar 31, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Mar 31, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
Apply

New Jersey First Generation Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application
2 awards worth $2,845
Deadline Apr 17, 2024
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student from New Jersey who will be the first in your family to attend college? If so, consider…Show More

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student from New Jersey who will be the first in your family to attend college? If so, consider…Show More

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student from New Jersey who will be the first in your family to attend college? If so, consider applying for the New Jersey First Generation Scholarship! The scholarship awards $2,845 each to two eligible first-generation students who have a minimum 3.5 GPA and are actively involved in extracurricular activities. To apply, interested students must submit a 400-600 word essay detailing "What being a first-generation college graduate means to [them] and how [their] extracurricular activities have contributed to shaping who [they've] become." If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

2 awards worth $2,845
Deadline Apr 17, 2024
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
Apply

$40,000 BigFuture Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by The College Board

Easy Application
Multiple awards worth up to $40,000
Deadline Mar 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by The College Board

Easy Application

Open to US-based high school students in the class of 2025 and 2026 - no essay, no minimum GPA, and no citizenship requirements.

Open to US-based high school students in the class of 2025 and 2026 - no essay, no minimum GPA, and no citizenship requirements.

Open to US-based high school students in the class of 2025 and 2026 - no essay, no minimum GPA, and no citizenship requirements.

Multiple awards worth up to $40,000
Deadline Mar 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Sophomores & Juniors
Apply

Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program

Offered by Fontana Transport, Inc.

Multiple awards worth up to $5,000
Deadline Mar 14, 2024
Grade Level High School Senior

Offered by Fontana Transport, Inc.

The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program is funded by Fontana Transport, Inc., an organization that helps future leaders in their community pursue a higher education…Show More

The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program is funded by Fontana Transport, Inc., an organization that helps future leaders in their community pursue a higher education…Show More

The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program is funded by Fontana Transport, Inc., an organization that helps future leaders in their community pursue a higher education degree. Each year, the Fontana Transport, Inc. Scholars Program awards up to $5,000 to multiple underrepresented, high school seniors who will be first-generation college students and want to help their families and communities. For 2024, the program hopes to support students pursuing a degree in any of the following fields: Transportation Management, math, science, engineering, architecture, environmental design, pre-med, psychology, and/or the Spanish Language and Literature. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details!Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $5,000
Deadline Mar 14, 2024
Grade Level High School Senior
Get Started

Niche $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Niche

Easy Application
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Mar 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Niche

Easy Application

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Mar 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

The Jackson Laboratory College Scholarship Program

Offered by The Jackson Laboratory

3 awards worth $10,000
Deadline Mar 15, 2024
Grade Level High School Senior

Offered by The Jackson Laboratory

The Jackson Laboratory College Scholarship Program seeks aspiring biomedicine professionals from underserved backgrounds in Connecticut, Maine, and Sacramento County, California. The Jackson Laboratory's mission is…Show More

The Jackson Laboratory College Scholarship Program seeks aspiring biomedicine professionals from underserved backgrounds in Connecticut, Maine, and Sacramento County, California. The Jackson Laboratory's mission is…Show More

The Jackson Laboratory College Scholarship Program seeks aspiring biomedicine professionals from underserved backgrounds in Connecticut, Maine, and Sacramento County, California. The Jackson Laboratory's mission is to find genomic solutions for disease, and these scholarships will be given to students who share this goal by pursuing a career in research or medicine. To be eligible, applicants must also have a minimum 3.5 high school GPA and demonstrate either significant financial need or status as a first-generation college student. They must also be nominated by a teacher, administrator, or guidance counselor. If you're an aspiring biomedicine professional from Connecticut, Maine, or Sacramento County, California, and you demonstrate financial need or are a first-generation college student, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

3 awards worth $10,000
Deadline Mar 15, 2024
Grade Level High School Senior
Get Started

University of Colorado Boulder First Generation Scholarship

Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

Multiple awards worth $4,000 - $8,000
Deadline Mar 15, 2024
Grade Level College Freshman

Offered by University of Colorado Boulder

Are you a University of Colorado Boulder student who has financial need and whose parent(s) or legal guardians do not have a bachelor's degree? If…Show More

Are you a University of Colorado Boulder student who has financial need and whose parent(s) or legal guardians do not have a bachelor's degree? If…Show More

Are you a University of Colorado Boulder student who has financial need and whose parent(s) or legal guardians do not have a bachelor's degree? If so, you may be eligible for the University of Colorado Boulder First Generation Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $4,000 and $8,000 per year, respectively, to eligible first-generation resident and nonresident students. In order to apply, interested students must complete the FAFSA, demonstrate significant financial need, and complete the CU Boulder Scholarship Application as well as the CU Boulder First Generation Scholarship application. If you're a first-generation student at the University of Colorado Boulder, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $4,000 - $8,000
Deadline Mar 15, 2024
Grade Level College Freshman
Get Started

$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline Apr 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline Apr 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

Cynthia H. Kuo Scholarship

Offered by Silicon Valley Community Foundation

Multiple awards worth up to $5,000
Deadline Mar 25, 2024
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

Offered by Silicon Valley Community Foundation

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student of Chinese descent who is studying in the Bay Area (California) and is actively involved in a…Show More

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student of Chinese descent who is studying in the Bay Area (California) and is actively involved in a…Show More

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student of Chinese descent who is studying in the Bay Area (California) and is actively involved in a Christian faith and/or youth group? Further, are you either a first-generation college student in the U.S. or born overseas? If so, the Cynthia H. Kuo Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $5,000 to up to five (5) current and incoming college students of Chinese descent who are actively involved in a Christian faith or youth group. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA and studying in the Bay Area. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $5,000
Deadline Mar 25, 2024
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
Get Started

U.S. Western Digital STEM Scholarships

Offered by Silicon Valley Community Foundation

Multiple awards worth up to $5,000
Deadline Apr 1, 2024
Grade Level College Underclassmen

Offered by Silicon Valley Community Foundation

The U.S. Western Digital STEM Scholarships are a fantastic opportunity for students from underrepresented populations who are currently attending a two-year university and will be…Show More

The U.S. Western Digital STEM Scholarships are a fantastic opportunity for students from underrepresented populations who are currently attending a two-year university and will be…Show More

The U.S. Western Digital STEM Scholarships are a fantastic opportunity for students from underrepresented populations who are currently attending a two-year university and will be transferring to a four-year university in the upcoming school year to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM major. This scholarship is particularly aimed at those from underrepresented populations and those who are experiencing financial need or hardship. If you're an underrepresented minority pursuing a STEM major at a community college (with will be transferring to a four-year), we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $5,000
Deadline Apr 1, 2024
Grade Level College Underclassmen
Get Started

$10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by CollegeXpress

Easy Application
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by CollegeXpress

Easy Application

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Apply

OCA-UPS Gold Mountain Scholarship

Offered by OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates

Multiple awards worth $2,500
Deadline Apr 21, 2024
Grade Level College Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates

Are you a first-generation Asian/Pacific Islander college student who will be entering your final year of college/community college in the upcoming Fall semester? If so,…Show More

Are you a first-generation Asian/Pacific Islander college student who will be entering your final year of college/community college in the upcoming Fall semester? If so,…Show More

Are you a first-generation Asian/Pacific Islander college student who will be entering your final year of college/community college in the upcoming Fall semester? If so, the OCA-UPS Gold Mountain Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $2,500 to multiple first-gen Asian and Pacific Islander students whose next year of college will be their final year. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $2,500
Deadline Apr 21, 2024
Grade Level College Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Get Started

Cydni Lawson Morris Memorial Scholarship

Offered by Brown Girls Do Ballet

Multiple awards worth $500
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students

Offered by Brown Girls Do Ballet

Are you a current or incoming first-generation college student who resides in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas? Further, do you have a passion for…Show More

Are you a current or incoming first-generation college student who resides in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas? Further, do you have a passion for…Show More

Are you a current or incoming first-generation college student who resides in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas? Further, do you have a passion for the arts? If so, you may be eligible for the Cydni Lawson Morris Memorial Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $500 to multiple high school seniors and current undergraduates from Dallas-Fort Worth who are part of the first generation of their family to attend college. While priority will be given to those who are racial/ethnic minorities and to those who demonstrate financial need, neither is required to apply. If you meet these eligibility criteria and love the arts, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $500
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Students
Get Started

$1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Appily

Easy Application
Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Mar 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore

Offered by Appily

Easy Application

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Mar 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore
Apply

First Generation Fund

Offered by Brooksville Education Foundation

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Jun 15, 2024
Grade Level College Students

Offered by Brooksville Education Foundation

The First Generation Fund is dedicated to supporting students who are the first in their families to pursue post-secondary education. This scholarship is designed to…Show More

The First Generation Fund is dedicated to supporting students who are the first in their families to pursue post-secondary education. This scholarship is designed to…Show More

The First Generation Fund is dedicated to supporting students who are the first in their families to pursue post-secondary education. This scholarship is designed to enhance any other scholarships the applicant may receive from the Foundation. Apply for a chance to receive help funding your postsecondary education!Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Jun 15, 2024
Grade Level College Students
Get Started

Granite Edvance Scholarships

Offered by Granite Edvance

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level College Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

Offered by Granite Edvance

Are you a returning undergraduate student (non-freshman) and New Hampshire resident who is enrolled in college at least half-time? Further, do you have a minimum…Show More

Are you a returning undergraduate student (non-freshman) and New Hampshire resident who is enrolled in college at least half-time? Further, do you have a minimum…Show More

Are you a returning undergraduate student (non-freshman) and New Hampshire resident who is enrolled in college at least half-time? Further, do you have a minimum 2.5 GPA? If so, the Granite Edvance Scholarships may be a great opportunity for you! There are four types of Granite Edvance Scholarships available: The Granite Edvance Community Service Scholarship, The Granite Edvance Academic Excellence Scholarship, The Granite Edvance Leadership Scholarship, and The Granite Edvance Opportunity Scholarship for first-generation college students. To apply, interested students must submit an essay answering one of the types of scholarships' respective prompts. If you're a New Hampshire resident enrolled in an undergraduate program more than half-time, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level College Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors
Get Started

$5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Christian Connector

Easy Application
1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by Christian Connector

Easy Application

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian university or college.

1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Apply

Charles Pulling Sr. Memorial Scholarship

Offered by Bold.org

2 awards worth $1,000
Deadline Jul 31, 2024
Grade Level High School & College Students

Offered by Bold.org

Introducing the Charles Pulling Sr. Memorial Scholarship, a tribute to a cherished father and the middle child among eleven siblings, whose circumstances compelled him to…Show More

Introducing the Charles Pulling Sr. Memorial Scholarship, a tribute to a cherished father and the middle child among eleven siblings, whose circumstances compelled him to…Show More

Introducing the Charles Pulling Sr. Memorial Scholarship, a tribute to a cherished father and the middle child among eleven siblings, whose circumstances compelled him to enter the workforce prematurely and leave his high school dreams behind. However, recognizing the limited job prospects available to him, he understood that obtaining his high school diploma was the key to unlocking a better life for his loved ones, and headed back to the classroom. This prestigious scholarship aims to honor the memory of Charles Pulling Sr. by empowering those who also wish to enhance their families' lives through education. Whether you are a high school or GED student, an undergraduate pursuing a non-traditional path, a first-generation student, a single parent, someone who took a break from education before returning, or over the age of 25, you are invited to apply. To apply, reveal what sets you apart as a non-traditional student and what fuels your relentless pursuit of greatness.Show Less

2 awards worth $1,000
Deadline Jul 31, 2024
Grade Level High School & College Students
Get Started

Manhattanville First-Generation Award

Offered by Manhattanville College

Multiple awards worth $2,000
Deadline Rolling
Grade Level College Freshman

Offered by Manhattanville College

The Manhattanville First-Generation Award awards an annual amount of $2,000 to first-year, first-generation Manhattanville College students. Manhattanville College identifies a first-generation student as someone whose…Show More

The Manhattanville First-Generation Award awards an annual amount of $2,000 to first-year, first-generation Manhattanville College students. Manhattanville College identifies a first-generation student as someone whose…Show More

The Manhattanville First-Generation Award awards an annual amount of $2,000 to first-year, first-generation Manhattanville College students. Manhattanville College identifies a first-generation student as someone whose parents did not complete a four-year college degree. While participation in the Mville First Scholars program is encouraged, it is not required to apply for the First-Generation Award. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Multiple awards worth $2,000
Deadline Rolling
Grade Level College Freshman
Get Started
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How to win scholarships as a first generation student

As a first-generation college student, it’s no secret that you’ve probably had to work hard for the opportunities you’ve gotten! You know as well as us that whether you’re applying for small scholarships or worldwide opportunities, every little bit counts, which is why we want to help provide you with as many resources as possible.  

Being the first of a generation to go to college means you have a unique story. Being able to write about your story will no doubt be a key part of your academic journey. So, knowing how to write about yourself is going to be an important skill. It may also help you to be familiar with some of the most common scholarship essays.  College may not be the first thing you’ve done with your life. Take some time to explore how to build a scholarship resume that can highlight your accomplishments and work history outside of academics. Once you’ve done that you can explore tips about how to write winning scholarships essays and how to start your scholarship application essays

Resources for first generation college students

First generation college students often face unique barriers in their college application process. Because their parents have not gone through the same trials and tribulations, they may not be able to help as thoroughly as parents who have. First-generation college students should check if they qualify for CollegePoint, a free online resource that matches you with a current college student to counsel you through the entire application process.

Many schools also have specific programs and resource hubs for first-generation college students. For example, the FirstGen program at University of California schools is a great initiative to improve college accessibility aimed towards first generation students. These resources can help with admissions as well as adjusting to campus life when you’re enrolled. Similar programs exist across the country, so make sure to inquire about them at any school you’re considering.

Frequently asked questions about first-generation scholarships

Am I first generation if my siblings went to college?

Some organizations may define first generation as students whose parents and siblings do not have four year degrees. Others may say that you are only first generation if your parents have not received any degree at all (including two year degrees).

However, the most common definition is students whose parents have not completed four year college degrees. If you are interested in learning more about why being a first generation college student matters, check out this post!

Am I first gen if a parent started college, but did not finish?

Yes, the key part of being first generation is that your parents did not complete college. If they took a few classes or semesters, but did not ultimately graduate, you are first generation.

Do you have any application tips for first generation colleges students applying for scholarships?

Yes, we do! Our Ultimate Guide to Finding and Winning Scholarships is just what you’re looking for. This guide will help you also discover and apply for other great scholarships.

First generation college students can also apply for need-based financial aid through the FAFSA and for some colleges, the CSS Profile. This can allow students to access grants like the Pell Grant, federal student loans, state financial aid, and work-study

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