California's new legislation banning legacy preferences in private college admissions reflects a growing commitment to equitable access to higher education, emphasizing merit over connections.
Gov. Gavin Newsom stated that merit, skill, and hard work should determine college admissions, declaring that the California Dream should not be accessible only to a few.
The law will affect several elite institutions like Stanford and USC, challenging the longstanding practice of allowing children of alumni to receive preferential treatment in admissions.
Private colleges have historically defended legacy considerations by claiming that admitted students are highly qualified, yet this move suggests a shift towards more equitable admissions standards.
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