Niko Broke the Mold and Built His Own Path to Harvard

When Niko Katsuyoshi applied to Harvard, he didn’t want to be seen as just another athlete or another Asian student in the math-and-science lane. He set out to break those expectations—by showing range, by leaning into curiosity, and by taking ownership of his story. Niko’s journey is a study in self-advocacy, quiet rebellion, and the power of building your own path long before anyone gives you permission.