<p>@aunt bea What do you mean the “First Generation” student hook only applies to US domestic students? From what I gather, it applies to anyone whose parents have not attained a four year bachelor degree and/or have not pursued post-secondary studies. </p>
<p>As well, although it is very hard for International students to receive FA at schools like Berkeley and NYU, its not impossible. My (Canadian) friends have received both full-based and partial scholarships at these schools.</p>