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Empowering first-generation college students.

Learn about the challenges of first-generation college students, our approach, and how you can coach, hire, or support students like Alex.

Be Career Ready.

Completing college is a major life accomplishment, but it is not a guarantee of success. 

If you can relate to Alex, participating in FirstGen Ahead is the right move for you. 

You’ll have a dedicated career coach to help you figure out your career path, a small group of supportive peers to hone professional skills together, and a network of professionals to explore opportunities.

All at no cost to you.


At FirstGen Ahead, our students:
CHOOSE their coaches
EXPLORE career interests
RECEIVE personalized support
GAIN hands-on experience
HONE skills employers seek
TAP into established career networks
FIND “good” jobs

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