Living Learning Community
The First-Generation Living Learning Community (LLC) is a dedicated residential program designed to support students who are the first in their families to attend college. This community provides a combination of academic, social, and holistic support, aiming to ease the transition to the Forty Acres. Students in the LLC live together in University Housing and Dining spaces, participate in workshops, events and mentorship opportunities. The goal is to help students build a strong sense of community and create a supportive network that fosters success throughout their college journey. The space is also reserved for new, first-time-in-college students.
View frequently asked questions about the First-Generation Living Learning Community.
Program Elements
Students that are part of the First-Generation Living Learning Community will participate in the following:
- Live in the Jester West Residence Hall with the rest of the students in the First-Generation LLC, to create peer connections and build community
- Attend monthly meetings, socials and Austin field trips
- Meet monthly with LLC Alumni Peer Mentor
- Meet regularly with a UT Austin faculty/staff mentor who also identifies as a first-generation graduate
- Attend additional programming: fall retreat, first-generation college celebration week, guest speakers, student panels, service learning and more!
- Access to First-Gen LLC Mentee Canvas course to share campus and program announcements
Location
The First-Generation Living Learning Community will be located in Jester West Residence Hall. You may find the range of features and review amenities by visiting the Jester West Residence Hall webpage.
Application Process
The application window for the 2025-2026 academic year is now closed.
What does it mean to be first-gen?
First-generation (or first-gen, for short) college students are students whose parents or guardians have not had the opportunity to complete a bachelor's degree in the United States. Many students whose parents have degrees from outside of the U.S. also identify as first-gen.