Transition Programs Help Low-Income, First-Generation Students Adjust to College

For some first-generation or low-income students, attending an elite university can often be a daunting and anxiety-filled experience.  To combat the obstacles that many first-generation or low-income students might face, Cornell University, among others, instituted pre-freshman summer programs, which are designed to bridge the gap between high school and college and offer a smoother transition into the rigorous academic and social culture that exists on elite campuses. These summer sessions include classes and enrichment programs to prepare students for college academics while also providing them with community and resources.