Communicating With Colleges as a First-Gen Student

This course teaches you how to reach out to colleges with clarity, confidence, and purpose. You will learn how to write simple, professional emails, ask questions that help you understand the admissions process, request fee waivers or support when needed, and stay organized as you communicate with different schools. Through examples and guided exercises, you will practice using your voice, advocating for your needs, and building the skills that make the college process easier to navigate. By the end, you will feel more prepared to ask for information, follow up respectfully, and communicate in ways that support your goals as a first-generation student.