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@Donovan_Little03
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 • 3 years ago •
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My mother attended a small school and received a certificate, as did my stepfather. Am I a first-generation student?
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Hello!

Both of my parents went to OSU-Newark, COTC, and my mother attended Bradford College, but neither of them received a degree (only a certificate). Am I considered a first-generation student?

I think I know the answer but would like an expert opinion.

Thank you!

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@benny
32 answers, 97 votes
 • 3 years ago

If you were raised by someone who did graduate from a 4-year college, then you are not a first-gen. If your parents/guardians graduated from any four-year bachelor degree-granting college or university, anywhere in the world, then you are not a first-gen. Furthermore Yes. Being a first-gen student means that your parent(s) did not complete a 4-year college or university degree, regardless of other family member's level of education.

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@benny3 years ago

A parent must complete a four-year degree. From any college or university. Hope this helps :)

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