Diversity & Inclusion
LGBTQ College Culture Guide
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students make up around 10% of undergraduate learners. Offering diverse perspectives and experiences, LGBTQ students enrich college culture and life. Cultivating an LGBTQ-friendly college culture often helps schools attract and retain LGBTQ enrollees. This guide discusses some of the most common challenges that LGBTQ college students face, both …
Women in STEM Guide
Women in STEM: Bridging the Gap Despite an increase in awareness regarding gender inequity, women are still underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers. The good news is that more companies are recruiting women for STEM positions than ever before. The following guide introduces the issues surrounding the lack of women in STEM …
Scholarships for Hispanic Students
Key Takeaways Hispanic and Latino students can explore scholarships based on academics, identity, and future goals, helping offset rising tuition costs. Trusted organizations like MALDEF and local advocacy groups continue to offer education resources and legal guidance, especially for undocumented students. Many first gen students often benefit from culturally-informed advising, mentoring and college prep support …
Scholarships for Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Scholarships for HBCU Students Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), many of which have admitted students since the mid-19th century, deliver degrees in an inclusive, Black-centered environment. Our HBCU guide explores these institutions’ unique features, history, and ongoing relevance. Like many college enrollees, HBCU students often seek financial aid. As HBCUs disproportionately serve lower-income learners, …
Scholarships and Financial Aid for Minority Students
Key Takeaways Minority students can access a variety of scholarships tailored to specific ethnic groups, including opportunities for Black, Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Arab American students. Scholarships such as the AAWBC Scholarship for Arab women in Michigan provide targeted financial support, often requiring a letter of intent and proof of residency. Utilizing tools like the …
College Resources For Students With ADHD
Key Takeaways Students with ADHD can thrive in college with the right accommodations, support services, and structured programs. Reasonable accommodations may include extra test time, reduced course loads, notetaking help, or recorded lectures, but students must provide sufficient documentation and self-advocate to access them. Effective time management, using campus resources, building faculty relationships, and exploring …
What is an HBCU and Why are They Important?
HBCUs play a vital role in the Black community. Discover how HBCUs support students and hear from HBCU alumni about their experiences.
A Guide to Visual Disabilities
How Colleges Help Visually Impaired Students Succeed Obtaining a college education is no easy task, but for students with visual disabilities, the path to completing a degree program is lined with unique challenges and barriers. The following guide explores how vision loss and blindness impact the educational experience, what colleges are doing for visually disabled …
Women Of Color Ph.D. Programs
The following guide looks at the current educational landscape for women of color in doctoral programs, why their experience can be challenging and what colleges and universities can do to support them.