🎓 We support first-generation students to and through college and into a meaningful career. 📍 SF 📚 Est. in 2010 by Dave Eggers
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First-generation students thrive under #mentors who understand their journey. This #ValentinesWeek, you can make a difference for more #firstgen students like Paulina. Help us spread the love, tag a mentor, and make a gift in their honor! bit.ly/SM_Valentines2025
Vincent made his #IvyLeague dream come true with the help of his #mentor! Mentors like Rachel can make all the difference for #firstgen students, and you can help make that happen. Donate to our program and help us spread the love this #ValentinesWeek. bit.ly/SM_Valentines2025
A #mentor does more than just give advice—they show up and listen. That alone can make all the difference for #firstgen students. Your support makes #mentorship possible at ScholarMatch. Thank a mentor and help us spread the love this month! Donate at bit.ly/SMdonate_2025
Don't forget that our first Scholar Voices student panel is coming up on Jan. 30! Join us in this webinar series to hear inspiring stories from our #firstgen students and their #mentors! Register bit.ly/scholarvoices_2025
Join our #volunteer info session tomorrow, Jan 22, to learn more about our #collegeaccess program. Folks will walk away with a deeper understanding of our #mentorship approach and how these relationships impact the lives of #firstgen students. Register: bit.ly/vol_session_jan_25
We’re #hiring for multiple roles at ScholarMatch! These folks will play a vital role in advancing our mission so we can increase resources for #firstgeneration students. Do you know someone who might be a good fit? scholarmatch.org/careers #nonprofitjobs
Scholar Voices is back! Join us to hear inspiring stories from our #firstgen students and their #mentors in this 3-month webinar series! Save the date for the first one on Jan. 30! Register at bit.ly/scholarvoices_jan30
Questions? Email [email protected]
See you there!
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Hey taco lovers: we're hosting the team from @ScholarMatch on Weds., Oct. 9, for their Trivia Night fundraiser. Bring your friends, enjoy tasty food, and test your knowledge while helping to make college possible for first-generation students. More info: bit.ly/4g6b49W
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Class of 2025: Chat 1:1 with a free college advisor this summer!
@ScholarMatch advisors can help with:
🔎 Exploring colleges
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đź’° Financial aid opportunities and more!
See if you qualify for a free college advisor and apply: spr.ly/60199qL8l
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I recently joined the Board of @ScholarMatch This is a great organization offering mentoring + scholarships to first generation low income students. If interested in supporting, you can check out link below which has more reasons for why I am involved - donate.scholarmatch.org/fund…
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If you recently filled out a 2024–25 FAFSA® form and need to make corrections, you can now do so. Log in to your Dashboard to make changes today. The processing of corrections may take one to three days.​
Learn more: StudentAid.gov/apply-for-aid…
ALT Making Corrections to Your FAFSA Form Corrections You Can Make Online Adding missing signature Adding missing consent and approval Correcting response to "Direct Unsubsidized Loan Only" question* Correcting your Social Security number** Updating personal contact information, including mailing or email address** Adding or removing a school Fixing typos *Students should answer "No" to be considered for all financial aid types. **Can be changed under StudentAid.gov account settings
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Ready to submit the 2024–25 FAFSA® form?​
Check out this playlist to learn what questions you can expect in each section of the form: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
ALT Start Your 2024–25 FAFSA Form
Don’t forget that our Scholar Voices student panel is this Thursday, March 21, at 1:00 pm. We hope you can join us as we discuss the impact of our #scholarships and #mentorship approach on the lives of our #firstgen students. Register at bit.ly/scholarvoices
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Join our friends at @ScholarMatch to hear powerful stories from students who are the first in their families to go to college with the support of ScholarMatch's transformative scholarship and mentorship program. March 21, 1 p.m. PDT. More info here: scholarmatch.org/
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Are you passionate about education and eager to give back to your community? Consider joining @ScholarMatch's community of volunteer college coaches to help first-generation students navigate the complexities of the college application process. Learn more: bit.ly/3IBHiuu
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Our friends at @ScholarMatch are looking for people to help underserved students through the college admissions process. There is an info session tomorrow and another one March 26. Click for more info. scholarmatch.org/get-involve…
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If you're a student and haven't started your 2024–25 FAFSA® form, we strongly recommend that you start and complete your section of the form first to save time and prevent errors. For more tips on completing the form, head to StudentAid.gov/announcements…
ALT Tips for Filling Out the 2024-25 FAFSA Form ​ Students, start and complete your section of the form first.​ Read questions and definitions carefully. ​ Consult in-form resources if you need help. ​Look out for the question mark icons embedded in the form! Confirm that you have successfully submitted your form by logging in to your StudentAid.gov account and selecting “2024–25 FAFSA Form” from your Dashboard. The "In Review" status means your form was submitted but hasn’t been processed yet.​
Join us on March 21 to celebrate student voices at a brand-new panel featuring our students. Our #ScholarVoices info session will cover the impact of our #mentorship and #scholarship program and ways to partner with us and make a difference. Register at bit.ly/scholarvoices
ScholarMatch is seeking proposals from #programdesign and #evaluation consultants with experience in college persistence programs. Candidates can submit proposals by March 15 to [email protected]. Learn more: scholarmatch.org
ScholarMatch was featured on @YCBKpodcast! Listen to coaches Nora and Hannah discuss our unique #mentorship approach and why #volunteering matters! If their experiences inspire you, sign up to become a #collegecoach and mentor #firstgen students. bit.ly/collegecoach2024
