The University of Mataram’s ambitious target to achieve 100% graduation for its lowest-income students or below 20% income families is not merely an educational goal; it is a direct, strategic intervention in the cycle of intergenerational poverty, directly advancing SDG 1: No Poverty. This mission redefines equity. It moves beyond mere access—getting students from poor families through the gate—to a robust model of success. The university recognizes that poverty is a multidimensional barrier. Therefore, its strategy is holistic. It involves comprehensive financial aid that covers not just tuition but also accommodation, food, and books, eliminating the economic pressure to drop out. […]