Hook about my parents

malthus
Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:30:46 +0000

Hi all
I have mixed feelings about stressing a hook in my application. But I’m not even sure if it would count for anything at Harvard.

As a South East Asian student who attends an IB school, would it help if my parents are prominent national political figures? This is a third world country.

My family background has really affected how I am, my interests (political, international relations) and activities (MUN, debate, writing). None of my family members are legacies at Harvard, no particular ties or donations. So would this serve as a “hook” unto itself? Or would it have to be central in my essay for it to count for anything (and how much?)

Thanks =)