<p>It is irrelevant that he lacks “that kind of affinity.” He is of Hispanic descent, and admitting him–a strong Hispanic student–is only beneficial to Columbia. They will be able to report him as another part of that statistic.</p>
<p>One of Columbia’s chief draws to applicants is the “critical mass” of minorities enrolled. To admit competitive Hispanic students is essential toward maintaining its status as the elite university with the most students of color.</p>