First-Generation, Limited-Income Students

The path to college isn’t the same for everyone, and our goal at Hopkins is to ensure all students feel supported, empowered, and excited to make contributions to our community. If you’re the first student in your family to attend college, please know there is a network of people, offices, and programs dedicated to making sure your transition to Hopkins is successful and you’re well prepared to meet your full potential throughout your time here.

First-generation college students are typically identified as students whose parents, guardians or other custodial family members have not completed a four-year degree. A number of first-generation students also receive federal Pell grant assistance as their families may have limited financial resources. These group of students are known as FLI within the Hopkins community.

Destiny StatentDon’t think too much about what other people are doing and just focus on what needs to happen for you to be happy in all facets. You owe it to yourself to figure out what works for you to function properly. – Destiny Staten ’20

Now what?

At Johns Hopkins, there are many staff members and campus services to guide you and help you navigate the many resources available to you. This website seeks to provide you with resources, insight, and advice that can help you thrive and succeed on campus as you pursue your degree. We encourage you to explore this site for key information that can support you on your journey, such as the information listed below. We also encourage you to join the FLI Network to stay up-to-date with events, new resources and services, and opportunities (e.g., scholarships, jobs, internships, research, and more).

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Happy Monday 🌿.The semester is in full bloom and the change of seasons is upon us. At this early point in the semester it’s important to cultivate intentional practices of reflection. . This Monday the FLI Network is starting our “Mindfull Habits” to cultivate at the start of the semester as we welcome another year of growth and prosperity at Hopkins.#mindfull #jhu #fliproud
Guess what? The FLI Ice Cream Social is BACK!!! 🍨.Join us and your fellow FLI peers this week for lawn games, music, and camaraderie over Taharka Brothers ice cream + Ice Queens snowcones. Don’t miss the opportunity to get giveaways and meet alums. . 🍦 RSVP on Hopkins Groups through the link in our bio today!🍦 .#fliproud #jhu
You did it 🥳.Congratulations on finishing another successful year. Whether you’re walking across the stage or gearing up for a fun and immersive summer — we’re so proud of you! . Check out 8 ways to take care of yourself this summer, based on the 8 dimensions of wellness (emotional, environmental, physical, intellectual , occupational, social, financial, spiritual). .Have a great summer FLI Blue Jays 🐦#fliproud #jhu
It’s almost Tuesday 🤩. With exams ending soon keeping your mind clear and free of distracting thoughts is key — including concerns or worries about your exam performance. Maintaining a positive mindset is helpful for staying focused not only on for coursework, but other end of year tasks like packing your things and preparing for graduation.. Keep in mind these 3 things whenever that question pops up in your head. We’ll see you on the other side! #fliproud #jhu

 

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Johns Hopkins University’s designation as a First-Gen Forward Institution