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New Scholarship Program for Nontraditional Students

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This program is designed to support nontraditional students who are working on a degree. The Osher Foundation has committed to a $50,000 bridge grant and a $1 million endowment in support of Osher Reentry Scholars. Approximately 200 former students have re-enrolled through AGL and completed their degrees. Dr. Joscelyne M.

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Supporting Non-Traditional Paths to Student Success

Scholarship America

As Melvin Hines, co-founder and CEO of the student-assistance app Upswing said in an interview , “When you’re a nontraditional student and you are taking classes, it can feel isolating. I think that’s the single biggest issue that nontraditional students face is that they seem to feel like they’re out on an island.”

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First Generation Scholarships and General Scholarship Essay Tips

UofO First-Generation Student Support Blog

Remember, most scholarships require you to have a current FAFSA on file with Financial Aid so if you have not done so, please complete your FAFSA as soon as possible and NO LATER THAN March 1st ( [link] ). The Osher Re-Entry/Crankstart ( [link] ) is often a scholarship first-generation, nontraditional students apply to.

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The Connections that Keep Students on Track

Scholarship America

Community-based initiatives can be geographical (as we’ll get into below); as nontraditional and online students make up a greater percentage of the college population, they can also be digital solutions like the app Upswing , a virtual student service center and peer-to-peer connector for remote students; as app founder Melvin Hines Jr.

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College Grants and Scholarships for Women in 2023

Student Loan Hero

Although college can be expensive, there are college grants for women that can help lower the price tag. If you’re looking to further your education, these nine scholarships and grants for women could help bring your goals within reach. Program for Continuing Education Grant. Grant The Go Girl! Graduate students.

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New Report from Pell Institute Reveals How Black, Latinx, and Indigenous Students Perceive the Value of College Degrees

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.” The report’s recommendations call on academic institutions to expand support for students beyond traditional career preparation, focusing on creating networks, fostering personal development, and promoting community engagement. Can Learn from Alaska Blog What Washington, D.C.

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The Council for Opportunity in Education Receives a Major Grant to Extend Opportunities to First-Generation and Low-Income Recent College Graduates Nationwide

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The Council for Opportunity in Education Receives a Major Grant to Extend Opportunities to First-Generation and Low-Income Recent College Graduates Nationwide May 31, 2024 — by Terrance L. Wolanin established the program in memory of Dr. Wolanin, who championed student financial aid and college access. WASHINGTON, D.C.