<p>The US Census Bureau can’t quantify or control intent. There’s going to be a lot people magically discovering Hispanic forefathers. Of course, in the end it will only hurt. Adcom will likely suspect that one is gaming the system and develop doubt about the application. Suspected doubt is enough to stop the consideration process. BTW top Hispanic candidates have the credentials to get into the best of the elite schools. The few that might gain entrance through the holistic process likely have a heartbreaking story that can’t easily be duplicated without the benefit of the right high school, street address and recommendations. Also consider that if entrance is gained though the holistic route that it comes at the cost of the like kind race.</p>