FCAN News
We lead the collaborative movement to ensure every Floridian achieves an education beyond high school and a rewarding career. Here you can find our latest news, press releases, blog posts, and other relevant media content.
Research
Florida students are not “one size fits all” in terms of their financial needs – they face a wide variety of circumstances that impact their ability to afford college in differing ways. The new reports highlights opportunities to improve college access and affordability for low-income students. READ MORE
Student Stories
Growing up, Kaydence spent nights stargazing with her father, igniting a lifelong fascination with the stars and rockets. Although college once felt “too far-reaching,” her passion led her to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering at Florida Polytechnic University. Kaydence and students like her are proving that no dream is out of reach thanks to mentors and programs dedicated to first-gen success. LEARN MORE.
Recent Takeaways
Over the summer, communities across the Florida came together to ensure the class of 2024 completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). LEARN MORE.
FCAN's RESOURCES FOR FIRST-GENERATION STUDENTS
FCAN aims to foster a sense of community, provide inspiration, and connect first-gen students with the resources they need to succeed. LEARN MORE.
Dual Enrollment: Access, Benefits, and Opportunities
Not All Students Have Access to College-Level Courses. A New Report Makes Case for Changing That.
FCANS 2024 STUDENT ADVOCACY FELLOWS VISIT TALLAHASSEE
In collaboration with five community coalitions across Florida known as Local College Access Networks (LCANs), a group of 13 dynamic student advocates from the Florida College Access Network (FCAN) participated in two days of advocacy at Florida’s State Capitol. LEARN MORE.