1/16 Indonesian

Applying to College Common and Coalition Application
1

<p>I know it probably wouldn’t work, but could I put myself down as a pacific islander if I’m 1/16 Indonesian and 15/16 Chinese.</p>

2

<p>That is kinda . . . incredibly misleading and morally questionable.</p>

3

<p>Unless you have strong ties to Indonesia or Indonesian culture, this is pathetic opportunism. Moreover, Indonesians are typically not even classified as PIs.</p>

4

<p>Are Pacific Islanders even URMs?</p>

5

<p>Well, the way I see it, my dad lived in Indonesia and my last name is Indonesian</p>

6

<p>And? Having an Indonesian last name does not entitle you to anything. Unless you actually have ties to Indonesian culture, I would not recommend marking it.</p>

7

<p>^Me neither. Seems misleading. And probably won’t give you a leg up.</p>

8

<p>It’s a personal decision BUT if the adcoms somehow find out that you’re stretching it a bit, that will be viewed as a mark against your character.
I know the chances of this happening are small but you have to decide if it’s a risk you’re willing to take.</p>