"Temple University has launched a new scholarship program aimed at enhancing graduation rates and retaining of first-generation college students, President Richard M. Englert and Provost JoAnne A. Epps announced Feb. 18.
The Broad Street Finish Line Scholarship program, named after the iconic thoroughfare that runs through Temple University’s Main Campus, will allot $1.5 million from existing endowment funds to help new and current students stay on course for graduation.
Beginning in Fall 2019, Broad Street Finish Line Scholarships will be awarded annually to first-generation college students in increments of $500 to $5,000, depending on individual financial need. Nearly $200,000 will be awarded each year to incoming first-generation students, while the majority of available scholarship funds will be awarded to current Temple students who experience a change in financial circumstances during their academic careers at Temple." …