First-Generation College Institute (FGCI)

The First-Generation College Institute (FGCI) is a state-wide, summer initiative at Georgia Tech designed to expand on Georgia Tech’s existing PreK-12 STEM programs to amplify the Institute’s impact by identifying, engaging, and preparing first-generation and limited income 8^th-12^th students for the transition from high school to college and aptitude in STEM.  

 This initiative will align with the Institute’s goal to expand access to underserved populations, which includes first-generation students. The First-Generation College Institute is supported by First-Generation Student Programs, CEISMC, and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. 

Program Goals

• Uniting first-generation high school students around the shared identity of being a first-generation college student Preparing and empowering first-generation and limited income 8th-12th students for the transition from high school to college
• Connecting first-generation and limited income students with programs, resources, and people that will support their success at Georgia Tech 
• Engaging students through high-quality academic and hands-on STEM enrichment learning

Dates and Locations:

June 25^th, 2022, 9:00am - 4:00pm at Georgia Tech's Atlanta Campus. To register for the Atlanta Session, click here.
Questions: summerpeaks@gatech.edu

July 16^th, 2022, 9:00am - 4:00pm at Georgia Tech's Savannah Campus. To register for the Savannah Session, click here.
Questions: gtsoutreach@gatech.edu

Planning Committee