America is known as a melting pot of culture and people. If this is the case, then why are some people still given certain privileges based on their gender, race or class? If America is so diverse, why should certain people be given better opportunities over others? “By the numbers” is my investigation into this prominent issue, in terms of my gender, race, and class. I came to wonder if these opportunities were warranted or if they were just given to me based on surface level qualifications. By doing this project, I have come to look at my life in terms of numbers and facts, not just speculation. I was able to see where my life has actually lined up with the rest of the American population. This project is a personal yet informative series that helped me think about my personal demographics and how the rest of America is living in comparison.