I’d imagine that criteria based on aptitude and achievement would tend to allow a lot of Asians in. They wouldn’t need affirmative action because education is valued in Asian cultures and they work hard from a young age. Some other groups whose cultures don’t stress it as much would.
These stories are important. They prove emphasis on education and hard work=the American dream. I'm generalizing, of course. But, Asian teens don't get pregnant out of wedlock. Don't commit felonies. Learn to speak English without bilingual education. Don't cry discrimination about standardized testing. They are living proof the education system in this country can work just fine if only parents and kids choose to take advantage.
There is no such thing as "model minorities." Every group has problems. There are Asian gang bangers. However, next time you have an opportunity take a look in your local newspaper. See who wins spelling, geography and science bees. There must be a good reason MIT stands for "made in Taiwan."