<p>I’ve heard that the fact that I’m a first-generation Mexican American will help me as I apply to colleges (especially BC!) even though they claim that they do not base any part of their decision on that part, is this true?</p>
<p>in short, yes, but they do admit that they “consider” it.</p>
<p>i dont know what your stats are like, but if they are within BC range then you has a big advantage over someone of none-minority descend with the same stats.</p>