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Scarlet First

Scarlet First

Scarlet First 

Supporting First-Generation Excellence at Rutgers

The Educational Equity and Excellence Collaborative (E3C) at Rutgers University is a dedicated resource designed to support first-generation students and students from modest-income households.

Who is a First-Generation Student? 

A first-generation college student is typically a student whose parents have not earned a four-year college degree. This definition also includes students who self-identify as having limited prior exposure to or knowledge of the college experience and may benefit from additional resources and support. 

Number of First-Generation Students at Rutgers

Rutgers–New Brunswick
10,354
Rutgers–Newark
4,337
Rutgers–Camden
2,291
Rutgers Health
751

The E3C Innovation Grant

Thank you to all faculty and staff who submitted proposals with innovative ideas to support first-generation students and those from modest-income households. The application period is now closed and all submissions are now under review. We appreciate your commitment to driving meaningful change and creating a lasting impact.

Decisions will be announced early this summer. 

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