Is being born in another country a hook?

Applying to College
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<p>I know what a hook typically is--URM, athlete, legacy, first-gen, etc. but I was wondering if this could be considered a hook as well. I was born in Malaysia, moved to the US as a baby, and then went back for approx. 2 years before I returned to America.</p>

<p>Is there a difference between being one type of Asian over another? I am Malay Malay. Also, my best friend is in a similar situation as me, only she is Thai. If different Asian origins does make a difference, how would she fare? Makes me feel bad for asking, but I am really curious.</p>

<p>Oh, and I'll just throw it out here. Would these be considered hooks as well? My uncle owns a successful go kart company, my aunt produces Malay television programs and dramas, and my cousin is a professional go kart and race car driver (well, he's only a reserve for now). So I myself am nothing remarkable, but I'm related to people who are. Ahh, life is unfair haha. :P</p>

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<p>No.
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<p>If your uncle can donate $10 million to whatever college you’re applying to, then it’s a hook. Otherwise, nothing you said constitutes as a hook. You are a ORM.</p>

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<p>OK, thanks for the answers! I am certainly not going to try buying my way into a college spot, much less beg my uncle for such a thing. Oh well, I’ll just have to earn it the more regular way like most everyone else.</p>

<p>Thanks again, guys.</p>