Reevaluating Admissions: The Impact of Policy on Diversity

This chapter examines the repercussions of elite colleges adapting their admissions practices in response to the Trump administration's scrutiny of higher education. It discusses a pivotal Supreme Court ruling that bans race-based affirmative action and its mixed effects on admissions for Black and Hispanic students. The narrative highlights the tension between governmental expectations and the holistic approach of colleges, raising concerns about transparency and equity in admissions processes.