<p>I am a first generation college student who will be applying to MIT. How much will this help my admission chances? I come from a family with a low income, but I know that MIT is need-blind, however, will MIT know I have a low income if they see I am first generation?
Also, I am Asian. (Hurts my chances already!!)
Will being a first generation student make a difference?</p>
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<p>I hope so, I am also the first generation student.
My parents did not went to school not even elementary school.</p>
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<p>I think, MIT will not automatically assume that, becuase there are many successful parents who never went to college!
But you can mention how your low income hold you back.</p>
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<p>You are Asian, but may be different than all other applicants. Don’t worry</p>