This fall, about 30,000 new UC students will be among the first in their families working to earn a four-year university degree. Learn more about our systemwide effort to support these students by linking them with nearly 900 first-gen faculty mentors, special resources and more.

The University of California today (August 23) announced that all 10 UC campuses will join together this fall in a systemwide effort to connect first-generation students with faculty mentors who have walked in their shoes, and to facilitate access to resources to help these students continue to succeed.

University of California President Janet Napolitano today (August 2) issued a statement on public university admissions.

A spot on campus is guaranteed if students complete their requirements.

Inclusivity, mentorship and generous aid transform the campus into a powerhouse that reflects the state's population.

Some 800 faculty members to participate in UC's systemwide First-Gen Faculty campaign.

The community college is also celebrating a record number of transfers to the UC system.

UCs take the five top spots in the 2017 College Access Index.

UC president stresses the university's affordability and lifelong value in a visit to Modesto, part of the Achieve UC campaign.

The university leads nationally in its protection of students known as Dreamers.

UC Irvine professors offer advice to faculty and administrators.

UCLA makes curricular changes to get doctoral students in the humanities better prepared for careers outside academe.