This study found a relationship between parents' education level and the likelihood that students would undertake a more rigorous high school curriculum and, consequently, enroll, perform well, and persist in 4-year postsecondary institutions. Overall, first-generation status was shown to have a negative association with students' academic preparation and persistence.

• Preparation for Postsecondary Education

• Postsecondary Enrollment and Performance

• Postsecondary Persistence and Attainment