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Rise
Reaching Individual Success and Empowerment
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Registration is OPEN for the 2022-2023 RISE program
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THE RISE PROGRAM

The RISE Program (Reaching Individual Success and Empowerment) supports first-generation students through sense of belonging, career readiness, and health and wellbeing. Students are exposed to campus resources and will be asked to engage in on-campus and virtual events.


 Program Eligibility

In order to participate in RISE, a student must:

  • Be a First-Generation College Student (neither parent nor guardian has completed a bachelor’s degree), as defined by the most recent Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Be a first-time in college freshman
  • Complete the RISE program milestones within the academic year to maintain eligibility*

If you are unsure about your First-Generation status, please check with your assigned financial aid advisor via you Student Success Network.

 Rise Program Milestones

The RISE program milestones are designed for first-generation students, specifically, first-time in college freshmen, to get connected to support programs and services that will help them establish a sense of community at Florida Atlantic. Additionally, participants will lay a foundation for a successful academic and involvement journey at 911³Ô¹Ï. All program milestones can be completed within one semester, if timed appropriately, however students have until the end of the academic year to complete the program.

The RISE Program Milestones

  • Sense of Belonging
    • Participants will be asked to attend First-Generation programs within the semester offered through the Office of First-Generation Student Success or the First & Proud Registered Student Organization. Information about upcoming events will be listed in the RISE Program Canvas Course.
  • Career Readiness
    • Participants will be encouraged to engage with the Career Center and asked to attend career readiness events.
  • Health & Wellbeing
    • Participants are encouraged to engage with campus partners and attend events focus on physical and mental well-being. In addition students will be exposed to financial literacy workshops to support their financial well-being.