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Being the first person in your family to go to college is to be celebrated and we know you already have everything you need to tackle other firsts, like studying abroad!  Whether you've traveled outside of your home country before, or if this will be the first time, we have compiled resources on studying abroad to help prepare you and your family to support you along the way.  

Browse a collection of IES Abroad and other website's resources specific to the first-generation experience.

At IES Abroad, we're here to help. If you have any questions about your identity abroad, please contact our Access & Strategic Partnerships Team by emailing us at accesspartnerships@iesabroad.org or by calling 800.995.2300. Know of another resource we should add? Let us know!

Wondering how to pay for study abroad?

IES Abroad offers millions of dollars in scholarships and aid. 

Learn More About Scholarships & Aid
Raisa Hasque smiling.
“I know my parents are supportive, I just know they would have never dreamed of this. Their dreams are a little different and I know they are living through me, but coming here just motivates me, even more, to give them the world.”

Raisa H. (IES Abroad Barcelona | University of the Pacific)

Browse More Resources

Just as each study abroad experience is unique, each location offers a different adventure. So we've made sure to compile resources specific to your host city and country. 

All Resources
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