<p>I am in a dilemna because I am being told to apply to a few schools which would most certainly be reaches, but I am told becasue my parents did not attend college, that I am the kind of student many of these schools love........the first in a family to graduate from college. I dont' want to waste time or money on schools which basically I don't have much of a chance with.....does anyone who know about this, want to comment and give me their advice? Thanks!</p>
<p>It's a slight nudge in the overall scheme of things. However, your transcript/scores and school scattergrams are a better indicator of what schools are "reaches" vs. matches and safeties. Is your guidance counselor any assistance with this?</p>
<p>Keep in mind that the most selective colleges get lots of first generation applicants. Back when I was applying, I left the spots blank on the application for my parents' education. After reading on CC that we should write "none" or "not applicable" in these spots, I panicked and emailed admissions officers at the various schools to which I applied. All responded to the effect of "It's OK. We get plenty of these applicants and assume no higher education if the spot is left blank." I was rather put out, because I had been under the impression that it was a significant factor. :rolleyes:</p>