<p>How much does race matter in ivies, MIT/Cal tech, etc.?</p>
<p>I heard that people of over-represented races have lower admission chances. I am an Asian by ethnicity, and am a US born citizen. Should I not declare my race, declare my race, or lie? (The last one might be illegal, so I don't think its a good idea.)</p>
<p>Either check Asian or don’t check anything. If admissions finds out though, it could be a turn off because they might feel as if you’re hiding information from them to gain an “advantage”. </p>
<p>I am Asian myself and also believe that as an over-represented minority, admission chances are in fact lowered.</p>
<p>Don’t let anyone tell you that race doesn’t matter, because it certainly does.</p>
<p>Marking race and/or ethnicity on college applications is optional, the choice is up to you.</p>
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