The way I thought about it was that I'm not giving them any information which they either don't already have access to or can't discover with due diligence. It would be different if filling out the form for TS/SCI . . .
Good point. Maybe I've been on here (TSS) too long

Can I claim being a student if I just do night classes?
Depends-- you have to be conditionally approved before you can schedule an interview. I'm afraid one week is very likely not sufficient time though you can apply now and see what happens; I was approved within a few days.
My layover is only 2hrs. Would that be enough time (assuming no delays) if I have no luggage?
edit: scratch that......I'm arriving Sunday, office is closed.