I am an american citizen born here, yet my parents were born in Iran. So, what am I on my college application?

Question

In other words I am American, but my heritage is Persian. I realize Iran is in Asia, but people usually do not consider Persians as Asian.

So would i be considered Asian or should I be putting Other? Thanks for the help.

Answer 1

You are an American citizen.  College applications want to know and will use your citizenship to determine your eligibility.  If they ask about your heritage it is usually for non-academic purposes.   You are proud of your Persian heritage so let everyone know.  

Few Americans know Iran is part of Asia (trust me on this).  

Answer 2

well, Persians are from Asia, but I thought they were Aryan, but I'd say put what you like and let them figure it out..

Answer 3

I believe either one would make sense.

Answer 4

You can put down either.