Many colleges and universities are recognizing the importance of supporting first-generation college students to succeed. What support is needed, and how much is enough?
First-generation college students often have increased levels of depression while transitioning to college.By Stacey LeVan and Bridget Cahilldemonstrated that the term FGCS is not fully comprehensive. FGCS are defined as those students whose parent or guardian has not attained a bachelor’s degree. However, this definition does not capture many FGCS who do have significant people in their lives who are college-educated and who can help support and guide them through the process.
Caregiver support significantly predicted the perception of these barriers. Even when accounting for FGCS status, higher levels of caregiver support are associated with significantly fewer perceived barriers. Since there is a significant relationship between caregiver support and FGCS, further research is needed to explore the implications for their well-being and success. However, support can be found in many places outside of parents, caregivers, and guardians, such as at the school level.
Studies suggest that FGCS have more success when they are provided with increased access to academic advising and student services . Institutions can address this need by allocating professionals dedicated to implementing support. How a college or university invests in programs to support FGCS directly relates to overall student satisfaction, higher retention, and lower attrition rates. Research highlights that program investment for first-generation students predicts higher graduation rates .
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