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Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ First-Generation Scholarships

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Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is committed to the success of all our students.

We recognize that first-generation students face unique challenges, but also bring an incredible wealth of knowledge that builds on the vibrancy of our liberal arts university. The Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ First Scholarship is designed to support first-generation students and build upon the skills and experience first-generation students bring to campus.

 

Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ defines “first generation” as a student whose parents did not complete a bachelor’s degree, OR a student from a single-parent home whose parent did not complete a bachelor’s degree. The Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ First Scholarship is open to first-time, full-time, degree-seeking students. The scholarship award is determined based on the student's financial need. The Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ First Scholarship is automatically renewable as long as the student is meeting satisfactory academic progress.

Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ First Scholarship Eligibility

  • Be a first-generation student
  • Contributed to school, family and/or community (including work)

Application process

  • Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ for Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ admission via the Common Application by November 1 for Early Action and February 1 for Regular Decision.
  • Students will be considered for the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ First Scholarship at the time of admission.

Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ First Scholar Commitment

In addition to the financial support students receive, students are expected to:

  • Arrive on campus early with a fall spot, activity or pre-orientation program.
  • Participate in the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ First Scholars Mentorship program where you will be paired with a returning first-generation student and faculty or staff member.
  • Attend regular monthly resource meetings to learn about Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ programs and support.
  • Commit to carrying out Ä¢¹½´«Ã½’s mission of connecting learning, life and community.
  • Scholarship renewal is based on students fulfilling these commitments including pre-orientation mentorship and monthly meeting attendance.

Questions?

Please contact Ä¢¹½´«Ã½'s Office of Admission if you have any questions about your eligibility or the application process.

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The Office of Admission
Michelbook House
900 SE Baker St, McMinnville, OR 97128
503-883-2213
admission@linfield.edu