Admissions Programs for First-Generation Students

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Can't-Miss Opportunities!

Apply to ΞΆΓάΘ¦ for Free

One Day Only – Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Take Advantage of Apply to ΞΆΓάΘ¦ for Free Day! Join students from across Rhode Island on October 15 and apply free to ΞΆΓάΘ¦. Open to all RI residents and includes undergraduate, graduate, Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) and transfer applications.

Attend Our Fall 2025 Open House

Join us on Saturday, November 1 to learn how ΞΆΓάΘ¦ supports student success both inside and outside the classroom! Meet our dedicated community, tour our beautiful campus, and experience our new in-demand majors and state-of-the-art facilities.

At ΞΆΓάΘ¦, we are committed to creating pathways that help motivated first-generation students gain admission, build confidence, and succeed. Our programs provide the support and resources you need to join our community, excel and feel connected from your very first day on campus.

Which Path Works Best for You?

If you need any assistance while getting started, our admissions counselors are here to help!

Jinnette Santana and Preparatory Enrollment Program staff member

Preparatory Enrollment Program

The Preparatory Enrollment Program is a bridge program for Rhode Island first-generation high school students – supporting their admission to ΞΆΓάΘ¦ and their development as a ΞΆΓάΘ¦ student. First-generation high school seniors can apply to the program via ΞΆΓάΘ¦'s Common Application. The deadline to apply is February 1 of senior year.

Project ExCEL Coordinator, Laura Faria-Tancinco, with students

Project ExCEL

Project ExCEL is an academic initiative at ΞΆΓάΘ¦ to expand college access for talented bilingual students. In close partnership with high school counselors, Project ExCEL enrolls bilingual students with established academic success, and provides them with the support needed to pursue and achieve a ΞΆΓάΘ¦ degree.

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Foster Care Youth Scholarship Program

Our program aims to provide transformative educational opportunities for Foster Care youth by providing a pathway to admission, academic and personal success, and degree completion at ΞΆΓάΘ¦.

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Office of Undergraduate Admissions

We provide prospective students with information and assistance on the application process, scholarships, financial aid, transfer credits, and more.