<p>So I am Hispanic (which even though makes up 11% of Berkeley and 17% of UCLA) could perhaps be considered an semi-URM at the UCs. Even though the UCs have gotten rid of affirmative action, will my URM status help me in the admissions process or no...?</p>
<p>did you write about it in your essay?</p>
<p>but even if you get it, will the answer really change anything?</p>
<p>No I did not write about it in my essay. </p>
<p>And I am merely weighing my odds. </p>
<p>And yes it will change things if I get in—it will determine whether I got in on my merits or whether I got in because I am an URM.</p>
<p>UC is a state schools. Technically, it’s against the law to practice affirmative action in a state school for undergrad.</p>