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First Generation Achievement

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First Generation at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ logo featuring a red “@â€� symbol

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Ïã½¶Ö±²¥) recognizes the unique journeys of first-generation learners. The university is committed to fostering an environment where these students are supported in achieving academic and professional success.


Defining the First-Generation Experience

A learner at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ is first-generation if neither parent or guardian completed a bachelor’s degree in the United States.

A learner at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ is first-generation postbaccalaureate if neither parent or guardian completed a postbaccalaureate degree in the United States.

A learner at Ïã½¶Ö±²¥ is First-Health if neither parent or guardian completed a postbaccalaureate health sciences degree in the United States.