Why Elite College Admissions Are Biased Toward the Superrich
Plain English with Derek Thompson
The Overrepresentation of Athletes Among the Wealthy
Athletes make up about 10% of the overall class at a IV plus institution./nApproximately 15% of the highest income kids are athletes, compared to 5-6% in the lower income distribution./nWealthy individuals prioritize buying admission to prestigious schools for their children./nAthletic participation provides an advantage in college admissions, especially for high-income families./nEarly participation in less popular sports gives students an edge in getting accepted into top schools./nChanging athletic preferences would simply lead to finding other ways to exploit the system./nOverall, people will use any means available to gain an advantage in college admissions using their financial resources.
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