Am i considered first generation college student? And when does the Bill gates millenium scholarship open?

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Okay, I might sound retarded right now, but please not hateful comments. My mother finished college in another country, but only did two years at a Community College. But my father on the other hand never attended college. Would I still be considered first generation? Both neither pursued a college degree in the United States. And, when does the Bill Gates Millennium scholarship usually open? I know the deadline is January 11th for this year, but I am only a junior. I will be applying for it in the year of 2013-2014. I would like to know when it will be the first day it will open for that year for I won't miss a day! I want as much time as possible so I would be able to write exquisite essay's. Thank you!