What is a first generation college student?
A student who will be the first in their immediate family to graduate from college (meaning your mother and father do not have a college degree).
Some colleges do not count 2-year degrees, so you may still be considered first generation if your parents have less than a 4-year degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Am I a first generation student if I have brothers or sisters who have a college degree?
YES! Only your parents are taken into account.
2. What if my parents attended college, but didn't receive a degree?
You are still a first generation student!!! Your parents have to have completed a degree.
Some colleges do not count 2-year degrees, so you may still be considered first generation if your parents have less than a 4-year degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Am I a first generation student if I have brothers or sisters who have a college degree?
YES! Only your parents are taken into account.
2. What if my parents attended college, but didn't receive a degree?
You are still a first generation student!!! Your parents have to have completed a degree.
What about undocumented students?
Although undocumented students face more challenges when applying to college, a college education is still attainable!
Read through the following resources and talk to your school counselor if you have questions or concerns.
We recently learned that Atlanta Metro College accepts undocumented students with in state tuition if they have a GA ID card or driver's license!
Read through the following resources and talk to your school counselor if you have questions or concerns.
We recently learned that Atlanta Metro College accepts undocumented students with in state tuition if they have a GA ID card or driver's license!
http://www.thedream.us/
Undocumented students tip sheet | |
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2012-2013 Maldef Scholarship List | |
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georgia_college_guide_for_undocumented_students.pdf | |
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Scholarships for undocumented students
Download this file for a list of over 50 scholarships that undocumented students can receive.
mrnyscholarshipsspring2015-16_copy.pdf | |
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