Application

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the First in Business Program, students must meet the following requirements.

• Must be a first-generation college student.
• Admitted Ryan College of Business Student.
• A first-time college student (dual credit in high school is allowed)
• If student is chosen to be part of one of the other following support programs, they will not be eligible to join First in Business; Don and Donna Millican Accounting Scholars Program, Emerald Eagles, or Martial Eagles.

To receive your yearly stipends, you must complete key activities in the RCoB EDGE App (powered by Suitable). Each year, you will work toward a milestone badge by completing program requirements. Once all required activities are logged and verified, your stipend will be processed.

How it Works

• Check Your Yearly Requirements – Each year, you will have a checklist of activities to complete. These include workshops, mentorship meetings, career events, and academic milestones.
• Track Your Progress in Suitable – Log completed activities in the RCoB EDGE App to stay on track.
• Earn Your Badge – Once you’ve met all requirements for the year, your badge will be awarded in Suitable.
• Receive Your Stipend – After badge approval, stipends will be processed and distributed accordingly.

Maintaining Membership with the Program

1. Maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA at the close of the first year, and each semester thereafter
2. Students who do not maintain the minimum GPA will receive a one-semester probationary period to re-establish GPA requirement
3. Complete selected coursework and required activities, as determined by the program administrator (see section below)
4. Maintain regular contact with the program administrator/mentor