First-Generation College Students
Welcome to Elon!
Getting admitted and attending college is a huge accomplishment. Now you must navigate college and we are here to support, empower, and celebrate you along the way. Housed in the Center for Access and Success, First-Generation Student Support Services works with first-generation college students to support them in their journey toward graduation and beyond.
At Elon, a student is a first-generation college student if …
neither parent(s)/legal guardian(s) has earned a bachelor’s degree (four-year degree). A student is still considered to be a first-generation college student even if a sibling has already completed a four-year college degree.
Where to Find Us
Come to The Center for Access and Success in the Mooney building (Mooney 302) and speak to our First-Generation Student Support Services team, Kenneth Brown Jr or Cici Salazar for any questions or concerns.
First-Generation College Students in the News
Communications students recognized in Commencement season celebrations
Celebrations such as the First-Generation Stole Ceremony, Celebremos!: Graduates Take Flight, Donning of the Kente, and Lavender Graduation highlighted the achievements of students who embraced, and were embraced by, communities of support throughout their college experience.
With record participation, Elon first-generation stole ceremony honors resilience and community
Elon University celebrated over 60 first-generation students, the largest to date, during an inspiring stole ceremony on May 21 that highlighted the strength, support and achievement of the first-gen community.
A portrait of resilience: Jose Alex Reyes Arias ’25 concludes Elon education in historic fashion
The senior from Burlington, North Carolina, will become the first Elon student to graduate after completing three signature programs designed to increase access to higher education.
Phoenix Five: Special graduation edition
Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley offers a special graduation edition message to help the Class of 2025 stay informed and prepare for senior week.
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