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Universities expand scholarship access for first-generation students

New funding will cover tuition and living costs for eligible applicants

By Dr. Sidra Adeeb24 August 2026 | 21:013 min readUpdated 27 August 2026
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A consortium of universities announced expanded scholarship funding for first-generation students, covering tuition and a living-cost stipend.

Eligibility

Applications open next term, with awards allocated on assessed financial need.

Dr. Sidra Adeeb

Health & Medical Editor

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