I'm a first generation immigrant who came here as a refugee, but I fall under the over represented white male category - even though I'm far from white. Is there any way to overcome that in my application considering most of my life has been an uphill battle (refugee to growing up in poverty, etc.)?

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You life story is what makes you unique. I don’t think you need to cover up your race/ethnicity. The struggles you went through to get here is what is unique.

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No, schools view your applications in a holistic way. They don’t just throw all white male applicants who have under 700 GMAT out.

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Write about it in your optional essay... what country are you a refugee from that you fall into the white male category?

Could just put other... plenty of European white kids do it just to put themselves in a different category. Also some schools get really specific about race so it’s possible some have middle eastern as an option

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I’m sorry, but this does not fit the narrative. Please check your privilege.

Apologies! English is my second language

Do not stress over it. Write your story as effectively as you can. They are not going to make decision based on the selected value of a radio button.

Why so many sob stories?

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