Exploring how family support helps college freshmen succeed
Official title: Investigating Family Support Interventions for Freshmen
Funded at Delaware State University · NIH-10693841 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how support from family can help college freshmen, especially those from underrepresented and low-income backgrounds, succeed in their education and find the resources they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Delaware State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dover, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2020 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $365,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01GM138430-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10693841 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are families of college freshmen, particularly those from underrepresented and low socio-economic backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Families of college freshmen who are already well-resourced and have strong educational support systems may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of family support interventions on the success of college freshmen, particularly those from underrepresented and low socio-economic backgrounds. It aims to identify effective strategies that can help these students navigate their educational journey and access resources for higher education. By focusing on the role of parents and family in supporting their children's aspirations, the study seeks to enhance awareness and provide necessary tools for both students and their families. The research will involve outreach and engagement with families to understand their needs and the barriers they face.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower families to better support their children in achieving higher education and career goals.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that family support interventions can significantly improve educational outcomes for students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Where this research is happening
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Delaware State University
Dover, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harrington, Melissa a — Delaware State University
- Study coordinator: Harrington, Melissa a
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.