<p>I earned my master's of professional studies degree from FIT in 2005. Will that increase my daughter's chances for acceptance to the school?</p>
<p>No, I really don’t think so. This school is all about being extremely dedicated towards what you want to be in the future. You have to show that you personally have the drive and passion for what you want to achieve. Mommy and Daddy helping you out in your academics and career just doesn’t cut it here. This is why I believe the school doesn’t base admissions on family ties to the school.</p>
<p>Since I received my masters degree from FIT, clearly I know their rigorous standards. That was not the question. Your reference to Mommy and Daddy is uncalled for.</p>
<p>Call admissions and ask directly. It’s no secret what legacy preferences are in place at schools, and they differ widely, not only from school to school but within departments of the same school. Usually, for most colleges, legacy preference is just for bachelor’s program in the same program that the parent completed. In other words, a masters doesn’t usually count. Or a law degree when the student is applying for the bachelor’s program. Also, how much it helps can vary. So call and ask. Also, if and when your student interviews or visits, introduce yourself to admissions and let them know that you did go there. It may not make a difference point wise when evaluating the app, but it can make a difference in terms of the adcom knowing that you know the system and rigorous standards and there is some common ground established. Those kind of things can help.</p>
<p>Thank you! Great advice.</p>