First-Generation Bulls

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First-Gen Support

Ways We Support You

Connect with a coach or mentor
Set goals and stay accountable
Explore your academic and career path

Advocate & Persist

Being a first-generation student is a meaningful milestone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. These resources are designed to help you build confidence, seek support, and stay motivated throughout your journey.

Find Your Community & Stay Connected

BullsConnect is a student engagement portal where students can discover events, organizations, and communities that match your interests. We encourage students to join the the First-Gen Community on BullsConnect to stay connected and receive updates on what is happening around USF. Click here to visit and join the First-Gen Community.

Get Support & Build a Plan

The Office of Academic Resilience and Support (OARS) offers one-on-one coaching designed to help undergraduate students set goals, explore academic and career options, and build the skills needed to thrive in college. Success Coaches provide personalized guidance, connect students with campus resources, and serve as accountability partners to ensure progress toward both academic and personal success. Whether you’re navigating challenges, discovering new opportunities, or defining your own path, OARS is there to support you every step of the way. Click here to schedule a coaching session.

Explore Goals & Plan Your Future

CareerSpring is a career platform designed specifically for first-generation college students, offering access to career advice, job opportunities, and a network of professionals who understand the unique challenges and strengths of being first-gen. Through CareerSpring, students can explore career paths, connect with mentors, and gain insights that support their professional growth. Click here to explore CareerSpring and start building your future.

Need Support?

You don’t have to figure it out on your own—connect with us and take your next step with confidence. Connect with our staff, we'll walk you through it.

First-Gen Team