The Unfairness of College AdmissionsCollege admissions reveal systemic unfairness, where both legal and illegal advantages favor the wealthy over the underprivileged.
How AI Impacts Diversity in College AdmissionsAI in college admissions could enhance efficiency but raises fairness concerns regarding diversity and access.
The Unfairness of College AdmissionsCollege admissions reveal systemic unfairness, where both legal and illegal advantages favor the wealthy over the underprivileged.
How AI Impacts Diversity in College AdmissionsAI in college admissions could enhance efficiency but raises fairness concerns regarding diversity and access.
NYU's website seemingly hacked and replaced by apparent test scores, racial epithetNYU's website was hacked, displaying test scores and offensive content related to racial admissions.
17 Years Ago, Serena Van Der Woodsen Wore Her Most NSFW 'Fit On 'Gossip Girl'Serena van der Woodsen's casual, risqué outfit gains her acceptance to Yale, contrasting sharply with Blair Waldorf's dedicated aspirations.
CSU admission rates among the highest at these Bay Area schoolsBay Area high schools achieved notable acceptance rates at Cal Poly, with Phillip and Sala Burton Academic High leading at 60%.
More Colleges Freeze Hiring Amid Federal Funding UncertaintyColleges are freezing hiring and spending in response to federal funding cuts and uncertainties affecting higher education.
Harvard's Black enrollment drops after Supreme Court rulingThe recent Supreme Court ruling has significantly impacted the racial diversity of incoming college students, notably decreasing Black student admissions.While Black student enrollment at Harvard declined, there was a slight increase in Latino student representation, illustrating complex shifts in diversity dynamics.
Freshman classes provide glimpse of affirmative action ruling's impact on collegesThe Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action has led to drops in incoming Black student enrollment at some colleges.
It's Nearly Impossible to Go to These Schools Without Financial AidThe most selective colleges in the U.S. significantly impact graduates' future income and career opportunities.
Affirmative Action News Is ComingThe Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling has significantly altered college admissions, requiring major process adjustments without race considerations.
Amherst and Tufts report drop in students of colorIncoming classes at Tufts and Amherst have seen decreased percentages of students of color, attributed to the Supreme Court's decision on race-conscious admissions.
More Colleges Freeze Hiring Amid Federal Funding UncertaintyColleges are freezing hiring and spending in response to federal funding cuts and uncertainties affecting higher education.
Harvard's Black enrollment drops after Supreme Court rulingThe recent Supreme Court ruling has significantly impacted the racial diversity of incoming college students, notably decreasing Black student admissions.While Black student enrollment at Harvard declined, there was a slight increase in Latino student representation, illustrating complex shifts in diversity dynamics.
Freshman classes provide glimpse of affirmative action ruling's impact on collegesThe Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action has led to drops in incoming Black student enrollment at some colleges.
It's Nearly Impossible to Go to These Schools Without Financial AidThe most selective colleges in the U.S. significantly impact graduates' future income and career opportunities.
Affirmative Action News Is ComingThe Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling has significantly altered college admissions, requiring major process adjustments without race considerations.
Amherst and Tufts report drop in students of colorIncoming classes at Tufts and Amherst have seen decreased percentages of students of color, attributed to the Supreme Court's decision on race-conscious admissions.
As a college coach, I was mad when a student used ChaptGPT. I later realized AI could be helpful during the admissions process.AI can aid students in organizing their thoughts during the admissions process without undermining authenticity.
Opinion: Why I write all those college recommendation lettersThe importance of timely and impactful college recommendations in the current academic landscape.
O'Dowd counselors guide students on their journey to collegeBishop O'Dowd High School successfully guides students towards college with a 98% acceptance rate, emphasizing holistic support and skill development from 9th grade onward.
O'Dowd counselors guide students on their journey to collegeBishop O'Dowd High School effectively prepares students for college through tailored support and holistic counseling, achieving a 98% college acceptance rate.
My daughter was accepted into her dream college, so I thought the admissions process was behind us. I couldn't have been more wrong.Navigating college admissions and scholarships can be a lengthy and stressful process, requiring ongoing effort even after acceptance.
As a college coach, I was mad when a student used ChaptGPT. I later realized AI could be helpful during the admissions process.AI can aid students in organizing their thoughts during the admissions process without undermining authenticity.
Opinion: Why I write all those college recommendation lettersThe importance of timely and impactful college recommendations in the current academic landscape.
O'Dowd counselors guide students on their journey to collegeBishop O'Dowd High School successfully guides students towards college with a 98% acceptance rate, emphasizing holistic support and skill development from 9th grade onward.
O'Dowd counselors guide students on their journey to collegeBishop O'Dowd High School effectively prepares students for college through tailored support and holistic counseling, achieving a 98% college acceptance rate.
My daughter was accepted into her dream college, so I thought the admissions process was behind us. I couldn't have been more wrong.Navigating college admissions and scholarships can be a lengthy and stressful process, requiring ongoing effort even after acceptance.
College Applications Rise, Especially From Minority StudentsCollege applications rose by 4%, primarily due to an increase in underrepresented minority applicants.
Challenging the "Good College" MythThe myth of 'good colleges' perpetuates privilege rather than enhancing education.Outcomes are similar for graduates of elite and non-elite colleges once talent is accounted for.Education choices should prioritize children's welfare over ego.
These Are 2025's Best College App Essay Writing ServicesCollege admission essays are crucial for acceptance, stressing the importance of choosing the right writing services.
Parents Sue School After Teacher Sends Son to Detention for Using AIParents are suing a school for giving their child a poor grade for using generative AI, claiming it jeopardizes his chances for elite university admissions.
The Commons: The Elite College Students Who Can't Read BooksThe decline in reading comprehension among elite college students is influenced by overwhelming extracurricular commitments and limited homework assignments.
Six Stories on Elite SchoolsElite private schools foster entitlement and inequality while falsely presenting themselves as agents of social progress.The current meritocratic system is failing and requires rethinking to alleviate societal pressures and discontent.
LI principal breaks down top college admission tips from the pros in new bookJohn Durante's book offers invaluable insights into the college admissions process, emphasizing personalized strategies for students.
Challenging the "Good College" MythThe myth of 'good colleges' perpetuates privilege rather than enhancing education.Outcomes are similar for graduates of elite and non-elite colleges once talent is accounted for.Education choices should prioritize children's welfare over ego.
These Are 2025's Best College App Essay Writing ServicesCollege admission essays are crucial for acceptance, stressing the importance of choosing the right writing services.
Parents Sue School After Teacher Sends Son to Detention for Using AIParents are suing a school for giving their child a poor grade for using generative AI, claiming it jeopardizes his chances for elite university admissions.
The Commons: The Elite College Students Who Can't Read BooksThe decline in reading comprehension among elite college students is influenced by overwhelming extracurricular commitments and limited homework assignments.
Six Stories on Elite SchoolsElite private schools foster entitlement and inequality while falsely presenting themselves as agents of social progress.The current meritocratic system is failing and requires rethinking to alleviate societal pressures and discontent.
LI principal breaks down top college admission tips from the pros in new bookJohn Durante's book offers invaluable insights into the college admissions process, emphasizing personalized strategies for students.
Bay Area teen rejected by 16 colleges, hired by Google files discrimination lawsuit against UCStanley Zhong, a gifted teen, experienced college rejection despite stellar credentials and is now suing UC for alleged racial discrimination in admissions.
Rejected by 16 colleges, 18-year-old got job at Google. Now he sues for discriminationThe lawsuit addresses racial discrimination against Asian-American college applicants in California.Stanley Zhong was approached by Google at age 13 but faced multiple college rejections despite qualifications.
Bay Area teen rejected by 16 colleges, hired by Google files discrimination lawsuit against UCStanley Zhong, a gifted teen, experienced college rejection despite stellar credentials and is now suing UC for alleged racial discrimination in admissions.
Rejected by 16 colleges, 18-year-old got job at Google. Now he sues for discriminationThe lawsuit addresses racial discrimination against Asian-American college applicants in California.Stanley Zhong was approached by Google at age 13 but faced multiple college rejections despite qualifications.
I felt destined for an Ivy League college but was rejected. Here's what I wish I had known during the college application process.Understanding Ivy League admissions reveals it's less about individual effort and more about external factors like legacies and financial background.
A college essay about McDonald's got this applicant into Harvard, Princeton, and Yale. Here's what he wrote.Jeffrey Wang's college application essay about McDonald's effectively showcased his personality and authenticity, leading to acceptance at top universities.
I felt destined for an Ivy League college but was rejected. Here's what I wish I had known during the college application process.Understanding Ivy League admissions reveals it's less about individual effort and more about external factors like legacies and financial background.
A college essay about McDonald's got this applicant into Harvard, Princeton, and Yale. Here's what he wrote.Jeffrey Wang's college application essay about McDonald's effectively showcased his personality and authenticity, leading to acceptance at top universities.
I was just rejected from my dream college and deferred from my safety schools. I feel like I failed, and I'm unsure about my future.College admissions do not define personal worth; who we become matters more than where we go.
Varsity Gray: A Times investigation into what really happened in the college admissions scandalThe Varsity Blues scandal exposed systemic issues in elite university admissions processes.USC played a significant role in the Varsity Blues scandal, challenging its victim narrative.
USC accused of fraud by 'Varsity Blues' parent whose conviction was overturnedJohn Wilson, tied to the Varsity Blues scandal, is suing USC for a $100,000 donation, claiming fraud and seeking $75 million in damages.
Varsity Gray: A Times investigation into what really happened in the college admissions scandalThe Varsity Blues scandal exposed systemic issues in elite university admissions processes.USC played a significant role in the Varsity Blues scandal, challenging its victim narrative.
USC accused of fraud by 'Varsity Blues' parent whose conviction was overturnedJohn Wilson, tied to the Varsity Blues scandal, is suing USC for a $100,000 donation, claiming fraud and seeking $75 million in damages.
Campus D.E.I. Programs Under Fire After Supreme Court Ruling on RaceThe Supreme Court ruling is reshaping college admissions and diversity policies.Insights from the documentary emphasize ongoing challenges for students in light of changed admissions practices.
J.D. Vance Falsely Claims That Teens Are Pretending to Be Trans to Get Into CollegeThe GOP is leveraging false anti-trans narratives as a talking point this election cycle.
CNN Panel Laughs at JD Vance Claim Why Kids Are Going TransSenator JD Vance sparked controversy by suggesting students are transitioning genders to enhance college admissions chances, leading to laughter from the CNN panel.
I taught college-bound seniors for a decade. Here's what almost all of them wanted their parents to know about college admissions.Students desire more autonomy over their college major choices and feel pressured by parental expectations.Many high schoolers are stressed about college financing and wish their parents understood this concern.There is a significant number of students who are unsure about attending college but feel unable to voice this to their parents.
TikTok teens are choosing colleges based on which campus offers the best video backgroundHigh school students are increasingly choosing colleges based on how they will look on TikTok, affecting both their selection process and career opportunities.
Former NASA engineer creates AI platform to help students land spot at elite universitiesAI is reshaping college admissions processes, guiding students ethically.
Lawsuit accuses colleges of tuition-fixing conspiracyColleges may have illegally colluded to inflate tuition rates and limit financial aid for certain students, particularly those with noncustodial parents.
Has the FAFSA Delay Changed Your Decisions Around College?Delays and glitches with the new FAFSA application have created obstacles for families and schools.Students are facing uncertainty and delays in receiving financial aid decisions, impacting their college choices.
Lawsuit accuses colleges of tuition-fixing conspiracyColleges may have illegally colluded to inflate tuition rates and limit financial aid for certain students, particularly those with noncustodial parents.
Has the FAFSA Delay Changed Your Decisions Around College?Delays and glitches with the new FAFSA application have created obstacles for families and schools.Students are facing uncertainty and delays in receiving financial aid decisions, impacting their college choices.
Parents sue after student punished for using AI in classRNH's parents are suing his school after he was punished for using AI in a project, claiming it could harm his college applications.
AI Is Taking Over College AdmissionsDuke University will not assign numerical values to college admission essays, emphasizing holistic evaluation over the diminished value of essays due to AI.
Spike in Asian Americans at MIT proves it was discriminating against themThe increase in Asian-American admissions at MIT post-affirmative action indicates a significant shift in college admissions dynamics.
California bans universities from admitting students based on legacy'California bans legacy admissions in universities, aiming for fairer and equitable college admissions regardless of family connections.
Two more Boston colleges report declines in Black student enrollment in wake of SCOTUS decisionBoston University and Northeastern University report significant drops in Black student enrollment due to the end of affirmative action in college admissions.
Colleges brace for lawsuits enforcing affirmative action banSelective colleges face legal scrutiny regarding admissions demographics after the 2023 affirmative action ban led to shifts in enrollment numbers.
How Stephen Miller and the anti-DEI movement are going after small businessesThe Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action is reducing diversity in colleges and sparking legal actions against corporate diversity initiatives.
California assembly unanimously passes legacy ban billCalifornia's state assembly passed a bill to ban legacy preferences in college admissions, following similar laws in Maryland, Colorado, and Virginia.
Spike in Asian Americans at MIT proves it was discriminating against themThe increase in Asian-American admissions at MIT post-affirmative action indicates a significant shift in college admissions dynamics.
California bans universities from admitting students based on legacy'California bans legacy admissions in universities, aiming for fairer and equitable college admissions regardless of family connections.
Two more Boston colleges report declines in Black student enrollment in wake of SCOTUS decisionBoston University and Northeastern University report significant drops in Black student enrollment due to the end of affirmative action in college admissions.
Colleges brace for lawsuits enforcing affirmative action banSelective colleges face legal scrutiny regarding admissions demographics after the 2023 affirmative action ban led to shifts in enrollment numbers.
How Stephen Miller and the anti-DEI movement are going after small businessesThe Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action is reducing diversity in colleges and sparking legal actions against corporate diversity initiatives.
California assembly unanimously passes legacy ban billCalifornia's state assembly passed a bill to ban legacy preferences in college admissions, following similar laws in Maryland, Colorado, and Virginia.
Why Are Some Students Traveling Hundreds of Miles to Take the SAT?The SAT registration process in Northern California is extremely competitive due to a lack of available testing sites.
Harvard releases race data for Class of 2028 - Harvard GazetteThe Supreme Court's ruling has significantly impacted the racial and ethnic composition of Harvard's incoming Class of 2028.
Cupertino Symphonic Band set to play fall concertThe Cupertino Symphonic Band's fall concert provides free entertainment and encourages donations for a local charity.The college admissions expo offers valuable insights into admissions trends from experienced officers.Bay Area Older Adults promotes wellness through a unique hiking and cheese tasting experience.
California lawmakers send bill banning college legacy admissions to governorCalifornia may ban preferential admissions for students with alumni or donor ties to promote fairer college admissions.
Most Asian Americans think SAT but not race is fair to consider for college admissionsAsian American adults support standardized testing in college admissions and oppose consideration of race/ethnicity.
After pandemic pause, Caltech restores standardized testing requirement for incoming undergradsStandardized testing requirement reinstated by Caltech and Harvard for holistic admissions considerations.
Most Asian Americans think SAT but not race is fair to consider for college admissionsAsian American adults support standardized testing in college admissions and oppose consideration of race/ethnicity.
After pandemic pause, Caltech restores standardized testing requirement for incoming undergradsStandardized testing requirement reinstated by Caltech and Harvard for holistic admissions considerations.
Marginal students reap more benefits from STEM programs | Cornell ChronicleEnrolling in selective college STEM programs benefits academically marginal students with increased future earnings, even if they are less likely to graduate.
Report says race-conscious admissions didn't close equity gapsDiversity gains at selective colleges were found to be marginal even with race-conscious admissions practices.
Can AI make college counseling more equitable?AVA is an AI-powered college counseling assistant meant to replicate the work of human counselors.Concerns exist regarding AI tools like AVA potentially substituting crucial human interaction in college counseling.
Plunge in FAFSA completion could spark an enrollment crisisState leaders and organizations are urgently pushing for FAFSA submissions before high school graduation.Counselors and students are facing challenges leading to potential significant FAFSA submission drops and enrollment declines.