Realizing the Dream of Higher Education

UA freshman Elisa Meza is one of about 600 students in The University of Arizona’s first class of Arizona Assurance Scholars, who can graduate in four years, debt-free. “Being a first-generation student is harder than most realize, financially. Having support from the Assurance lives up to its name, assuring me that I deserve to be here pursuing education,” Meza said. Recently, Helios Education Foundation displayed its commitment to the institution and our state’s students through a $2 million gift to Arizona Assurance. Scholarship awards cover tuition, fees, books, and room and board, as well as provide students with mentors and community networks to ensure their academic success.