First Generation College Student Analysis

Since I am a first generation college student, I have something to prove to everyone. Not only do I find it necessary to prove myself, I want to show all the others that they can, too, find success in higher education.

Being the oldest child can be challenging, but very rewarding. Especially being a first generation university student in a household of 2 or more children. I am the oldest child, meaning all of the responsibility was placed on me. I was expected to have the best grades, outstanding manners as well as keep a smile on my face every time one of my 3 little siblings break a vase at a family friend’s house. I was the child who would have to watch over the children while my parents were at work, serve them lunch while my parents were out buying groceries, take them to football and basketball practices while my parents were preparing dinner at home. I was the third parent, and that has always been on me since before I could speak. I grew up feeling

First generation students can easily blend in with all other college groups, but can be distinguished by them self-disclosing, on a check box or drop down menu, during the application process. A first generation student is one who is the first in their family to attend a four year university in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. This particular group of students lacks Precollege preparation, study skills, and major exploration, to name a few. They also suffer from a phenomenon known as the Imposter Phenomenon, which states it is a feeling the students receive that is far beyond not fitting in, but thoughts so deep that the students feel they do not deserve to be at the institution and the experience should have gone to someone else (Davis, p. 49). Thoughts of having to meet with a professor face to face instills fear in many first generation students and it takes time for them to gain courage to approach office hours and build awareness of multiple resources the campuses have to offer, in which they can take advantage of (Davis, p. 52). Community Colleges have been increasing the number of students and the fastest growing population is that of first generation students.

First generation college students have a difficult time from the start. They may not have the guidance, backing and understanding given by families with primary understanding of secondary education. (Dynarski n. page) These students without this experienced support at home, have an increased drop-out rate.

amounts of information about why first generation students decide they will not attend higher education, however this researcher believes educational research should focus on what interventions, motivations, and strategies specifically encourage and motivate FGCS to attend college. Knowing this will allow educators to support and encourage more FGCS to attend college.

Paying for college is one of the biggest challenges many college student face. In particular, first generation college students. Many first generation college students come from low income families. Myself, being a college student and a first generation as well can relate. According to an article written by Eric McWhinnie at cheatsheet.com, 85 percent of parents worry about their children being in debt after college. My first year of college landing me in over $15,000 of debt. This was only two semesters! Being a first generation college student, I did not have many people to ask or get information about college or scholarships. I thought that since I came from a poor family I was the only one experiencing financial difficulties. I was proven

This outside research leads us to know that there are many factors that contribute to the success or lack of success of first-generation students. We are able to take away the CRT as a framework that affects many of the factors that influence first-generation student’s success or lack thereof. The CRT also shines light on how the issues first-generation students face are on a systemic level of not just the student’s school but the education system in general. By looking at cultural capital we are able to where first-generation students struggle with accessing resources at their schools and how that is a direct reflection of their first-generation status. Lastly, by looking at social capital, we see that first-generation students find support

The study examines First Year Generation College students in Colleges and Universities. The majority of the research focuses on the challenges on what first year generation college students must go through to maintain a high level of academic performance and retention. First Year Generation College Students continue to make adjustments to survive college and must achieve academic success. When reviewing additional information regarding the study it involves talking to First Year Generation College Student filling out questionnaires and discussion their experiences on campus. The survey questions allows researchers to gain knowledge about how first year generation college adjusts to college. The study explores the challenges of first generation

Hello, Dr. Chapman, I'm a senior at UNC Greensboro, and this program is number one on my list of graduate schools to apply to for the Spring 2018 term. I'm interested in studying first generation students and non traditional community college students. Are there any professors that also have this research interest, or a similar interest? Thanks for your time.

In the year of 2016, the average tuition, room, and board prices for a student enrolled full time at a public four year college and universities in the state they live in is $17,123. For many decades parents have often paid an excessive amount needed for their their child’s college tuition and other necessities. Although attending a college a university may seem the best option, community college has a number of advantages that include the educational and financial opportunities.

Any college student will tell you that the only downside to learning is the homework. Sometimes the homework can get overwhelming, to the point that you stress out and don't do it to your full potential. I am in my second year, and I have learned with trial in error the main points that can and will help make doing your homework a lot easier, and will help with your grade too. First and foremost, organization is essential. Organize all your papers for one class in one folder, and have separate folders for each class. There are also folder books that have six or more folders in one, these work just as well. This will help in having all your important papers together, and will not cause you to mix up or loose any of them. When you keep them

Although named East Los Angeles College(ELAC), ELAC is actually located in Monterey Park, California. Monterey Park is located 30 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles, and has the largest concentration of Chinese Americans in the US. I was raised and born in Monterey Park and when I graduated high school, I enrolled at the local community college. Two years of working as a tutor at the ELAC Writing Center taught me the importance of literature and teaching literature. As a tutor, I learned the necessity to analyze, assess, and appeal to not only the student but their learning needs as well. Most importantly, I learned that before a teacher can impact their students they must understand the student’s environment.

This study looked at differences between first-generation students and non-first-generation students. First-generation students are typically less confident in their academic ability and readiness for college-level work and more likely to avoid asking questions or seeking help from faculty (Jenkins, Miyazaki, and Janoski, 2009). The researched conducted a quantitative study by sending out a survey link to 28,237 students. Overall, the findings were supported, first-generation students compared to non-first-generation students showed lower involvement in their college experience.

My first living space in the U.S. was a humble two bedroom one bathroom apartment in City Heights. Keep in mind that we had just immigrated from Mexico City, and like the commonalities that you often see within a Mexican household, we were a big family. In fact, even though the apartments’ support was a set of irregularly shaped walls that were covered in different shades of white and still had a light stench of insecticide, it was enough for a family of nine to live in. Nevertheless, for my family and I, our room, our apartment, and our community, was more than enough.

Always hearing people telling me that I will be a first generation college student legitimately began to have an enormous impact on my choices and decisions leading to the jump start of me going to college. I recall my older sister telling me before I left for college that by me going off to college meant so much to her because it was as if she was finally able to live out one of her dreams through me. Hearing that before I left for college really affected the way I viewed college overall. Immediately after my sister told me that I began to set goals to help keep myself grounded as I started this new chapter in my life. Not only was I going to college to better myself but also for the better of my family as a whole. Overall, knowing that everyone in my family really looks up to who I am and the individual that I am becoming really has helped me remain focused and motivated to this mere