In Harvard’s case, Asian Americans received the highest scores for academics and extracurricular activities among all racial groups, but received the lowest personal rating. The personal rating considers the applicant’s “character” based on such qualities as humor, sensitivity, grit, leadership, and kindness. If a candidate does not stand out, Harvard marks them as “bland.”
In Harvard’s case, Asian Americans received the highest scores for academics and extracurricular activities among all racial groups, but received the lowest personal rating. The personal rating considers the applicant’s “character” based on such qualities as humor, sensitivity, grit, leadership, and kindness. If a candidate does not stand out, Harvard marks them as “bland.”