Who is a First-Generation College Student?
The University of San Diego defines First-Generation students in the following way: At the time you completed high school or high school equivalency, your custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) had not earned a bachelor's degree or higher. This means you are the first to attend a 4-year college/university and obtain a bachelor's degree. Please know, we welcome anyone who self-identifies as a first-generation college student. This website is intended for any USD member to identify key resources to better support the growing First-Generation student population at USD.
FirstGen Forward Institution
The University of Diego was recognized as a FirstGen Forward Institution by NASPA's Center for First-generation Student Success. FirstGen Forward is the nation's first recognition program acknowledging higher education institutions for their commitment to first-generation student success. As a First Forward Institution, USD joins the inaugural cohort and community of professionals prepared to share evidence-based practices and resources, troubleshoot challenges, generate knowledge, and continue to advance the success of first-generation students across the country.
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