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About Elena U. Rodríguez
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I can answer most questions that cover the college admissions process.

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I have worked in college administration and student affairs for over 7 years in the areas of academic support, academically at-risk students, 1st generation students, students of color, disabled student service, new student programs, NCAA division one athletes, assessment and accredition research, student retention management, managed online course student support services, parent programs, training and development of faculty and college staff, marketing and promotion of student and staff programs and activities, and admissions recruitment.
 
   

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Help with College & Grad School Applications - Race/Ethnicity


Expert: Elena U. Rodríguez - 11/3/2006

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I am applying to law school and in the section that asks for you race/ethnicity and the section is optional should I put anything or should I just leave it blank?  I am from Jordan in the Middle East.  Am I considered White/Caucasian or Middle Eastner?  Would putting either one hurt or help my chances of getting in?

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Hi Kays,
That section tends to be added for statistically purposes. When applying to law school admissions tends to put heavy weight on your college gpa and the LSAT score.  If you are worried as to whether or not include your ethnicity, I would consult with the particular law school for advisement.

Best of luck,

Elena Rodriguez

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