The Messy Fight Over the SAT
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Rethinking College Admissions: The SAT Debate
This chapter explores the changing landscape of college admissions in the U.S., emphasizing the role of standardized tests like the SAT and ACT amid the pandemic's influence. It discusses socioeconomic disparities in test scores and critiques the effectiveness of test prep, suggesting that these tests might level the playing field compared to other application elements. The chapter highlights MIT's approach to reinstating SAT requirements, revealing how the university balances academic standards with diversity in its admissions process.
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