Blaze Trails as an Aggie!
First-generation students make up 25% of Texas A&M University’s student enrollment. By enrolling in higher education, you are taking the first step towards improving your and your family’s quality of life, income and future.
Coming to college can be stressful and scary — How much will it cost me? What’s the best method to study? How do I get around campus? Many more questions might come to mind. Texas A&M wants to do all it can to prepare our first-generation students for educational success. Our first-generation guide is your cheat sheet for preparing for your New Student Conference and campus life and learning about resources you can utilize to make college simpler.
Routh First-Generation Center
The Routh First-Generation Center provides first-generation students with support programs, professional development and resources to succeed. First-generation students are encouraged to take advantage of every available resource.
Contact the Center
Hotard Hall, First Floor1164 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-1164
(979) 458-6111 - Office
firstgen@tamu.edu
Paying for College
The cost of a university education can be daunting. Texas A&M offers first-generation students scholarships and financial aid to help mitigate your expenses. Students are encouraged to pursue every opportunity to lower the cost of attending college.