First-Gen Cards Program
The First-Gen Cards Program provides students with multiple layers of support: academic support, social connection, even the opportunity to apply for financial support! Students who opt into this free program can take part in community-building meetups and skills-building workshops as well as other fun activities and opportunities to grow your network.
Benefits of being part of First-Gen Cards include:
- meetups and community-building opportunities with other first-gen students and peer leaders
- skills-building workshops
- networking opportunities
- one-on-one meeting with success coach to create a personal success plan
- fun activities
- ongoing support and connection with other first-gen students and First-Gen Cards program staff
All participants who complete a minimum number of engagement opportunities are eligible to apply for a $300 grant toward Summer or Fall enrollment. More information about completion criteria, grant eligibility, and the grant application process will be provided in January.
Want to participate?
Applications are now closed; check back soon for Fall 2023 applications.
The Spring 2023 priority deadline of January 11, 2023 has now passed. All applicants have received notification of their status. Please check back here at the end of the spring semester if you're interested in participating in Fall 2023.
Have questions?
Contact us at firstyear@louisville.edu.