disadvantaged students.

[serendipity0112]

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So I'm not sure if I should consider myself a disadvantaged applicant:

I'm Asian and immigrated to the States at 12 not knowing a word of English. I had free/reduced lunches in middle and high school. I started working at 15. My mom was on medicaid and some state assistance program after she gave birth to my brother and until he was 5.

But I went to pretty good public schools, graduated from a magnet program and am now in a top 10 university (with lots fin aid of course). Should I apply as disadvantaged? I know it's really my call but I just don't know if I should b/c my financial background didn't really affect my educational experiences.

 

[4paw]

Here's my take on this:

Put the data in, it helps in terms of stats, knowing how many people applying with particular family profiles.

As well, if you feel that the disadvantage has provided you a world view that you have chosen to maintain knowledge of, this is important.

 

[move2west]

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