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Why First Gen Students

We Firmly Believe
Education Can
Move Millions
Out of Poverty

Impacts Poverty

Impacts
Poverty

5X

Low-income, first-generation students who attain a college degree are five times more likely to move out of poverty.

Increases Earnings

Increases
Earnings

2X

Individuals with a bachelor's degree earn nearly double what high school graduates make over a 40-year career

Elevates Generations

Elevates
Generations

70%

of adults aged 22-59 with at least one college-educated parent have completed a bachelor's degree themselves

Sources: 1 | 2 | 3

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

© JLS Foundation 2024

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

© JLS Foundation 2024

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

© JLS Foundation 2024

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

© JLS Foundation 2024