An edition of First in my family
(2007)
First in my family
a profile of first-generation college students at four-year institutions since 1971
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First in my family: a profile of first-generation college students at four-year institutions since 1971
2007, Higher Education Research Institute
in English
1878477404 9781878477408
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Table of Contents
Existing research on first-generation college students
Description of methods
Demographic summary
Gender differences
Educational attainment
Racial/ethnic group differences
Citizenship status
CIRP freshman survey trends
Parental encouragement
Reasons for choosing a college: motivations for first-generation students and peers
Reasons for going to college: financial security and future plans for education
Work experiences and expectation at college entry
Financial considerations for going to college
Influence of home in the college choice process
College residence
Academic preparation at college entry
Social self-confidence and leadership ability
Changing student values
Degree objectives
A special focus on private college and universities
Private institutions: a profile of entering first-generation college students
Private institutions: first-generation students' reasons and motivations for going to college
Private institutions: first generation student activities and expectations
Conclusions: Implications for institutional support.
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"May 2007."
Includes bibliographical references (p. 47-49).
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