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Starting July 1st, Virginia's public colleges and universities will no longer be able to give an admissions boost to applicants with connections to alumni or to donors, effectively removing legacy and donor preference at these institutions. #GreatCollegeAdvice #CollegeAdmissions #LegacyAdmissions

The latest news from the Ivy League - is Georgetown ending legacy admissions? https://lnkd.in/ehGn8-Jn Interestingly, HBCs, or historically Black colleges, would not be affected by the ban, which makes sense, since legacy admissions have historically sought to bolster White people in systemic positions of power. If the article's stats are correct, they indicate a clear bias: "...legacy applicants were favored at a rate of 30% for admissions, compared to non-legacy applicants who see an admissions rate of 15.4%." The group who is lobbying for the change is the Georgetown University College Democrats. On the other hand, many argue that there is a case to be made for legacy admissions: donor money that keeps the institutions afloat. https://lnkd.in/em77a2Gy

#Legacy #admissions have come under increased scrutiny since the US Supreme Court ruled against #race-conscious admissions last year. Critics of legacy preferences say they hurt already disadvantaged #students, as research shows these policies favor #applicants who are White and wealthy. #Colorado became the first state to prohibit legacy admissions at public colleges in 2021 and last week, a newly signed #Virginia law went a step further, banning public colleges from using policies favoring legacy applicants or those related to #donors. #Connecticut state Sen. Derek Slap, co-chair of the Legislature’s higher ed committee, cited Virginia as an inspiration for adding the donor admissions ban to Connecticut’s bill. If passed, the state could become the first to prohibit these preferential policies at both its public and private colleges. Read the full article by Laura Spitalniak at #HigherEdDive - https://bit.ly/43qKWB0 #colleges #university #collegesanduniversities #education #highereducation #highered #highereducationleadership #enrollmentmanagement #collegeadmissions #enrollmentmarketing #admission #application #collegeapplications #campus #collegeaccess #student #graduate #collegeaffordability #financialaid #opendoors #internationaleducation #highschool #sat #applicants #act #legacyadmissions

Breaking Barriers: California's Move to End Legacy Admissions 🚀" Assembly Bill 1780, challenges the preferential treatment given to applicants with donor or alumni connections, signaling a significant step towards creating equitable opportunities in higher education. 🌈✨ 1. The bill, if passed, would restrict private colleges and universities in California from receiving state funding through the Cal Grant program if they prioritize applicants with donor or alumni connections. 🚫💰 2. Stanford, the University of Southern California, and Santa Clara University have all admitted over 13% of their students based on connections to alumni and donors, as per their fall 2022 enrollment data. 🎓 3. Assemblymember Ting emphasizes the need to address the privileges associated with legacy admissions, citing a Harvard University study that highlights a significant advantage for children from high-income families in university admissions. 📚💡 🌐 #EducationEquality #LegacyAdmissions #CaliforniaChange https://lnkd.in/eJGp4x5s

Last year the Supreme Court's conservative judges reversed decades of precedent and overturned race-conscious admission programs. Although the decision puts students of color at a severe disadvantage for educational and economic opportunities, it also started serious conversations about the fairness of "legacy' admissions. Legacy admissions encourage generations of families to attend schools (like if your grandpa went somewhere, legacy admissions boosts your application and possibly financial aid). When weaponized, legacy admissions undermines merit-based admissions, first generation college students, and gives an advantage to families who have already got a foot in the door (ie have already proven they can pay for school). It was created as a loop hole to bar students of color, as well as Jewish students, from higher education. No conversation about race-conscious admission programs can be complete without also discussing legacy admission. Glad to see Virginia is helping take the thumb off the scale. It doesn't erase the damage done by SCOTUS, but it does even the playing field a bit.

Oh the times, they are a changing ... In 2021, Colorado became the first state to ban the consideration of legacy in admission decisions for Colorado public universities. Now, several states are also considering such a move and some taking further measures in an attempt to reduce bias in the admissions process. Virginia is the newest to ban giving preferential treatment to applicants related to alumni. Connecticut, Maryland, and California are considering legislature that would not only bar preferential treatment for legacy applicants but also for relatives of donors. Massachusetts and New York are considering a ban on preferential treatment of legacy as well as reviewing Early Decision policies at their state’s private and public colleges.  . I am passionate about working with my clients to guide the process, which includes informing parents and empowering students. How can I help you? ➡ www.affirmedu.com . #college #collegebound #classof2024 #classof2025 #classof2026 #classof2027 #collegeadvice #parentsofteens #parentingteens #collegeadmissions #collegeprep #collegeplanning #collegevisits #collegeapplications #collegecounseling #collegesanduniversities #education #university #students

Breaking News: Clarifying In-State Tuition for Undocumented Students in California Colleges Understanding and accessing educational opportunities just got easier for undocumented students in California! After decades of confusion and inconsistency, all three public college systems—California Community Colleges, California State University, and University of California—have united to interpret and clarify the requirements for in-state tuition eligibility through the Systemwide AB 540 FAQ. This comprehensive document addresses 59 frequently asked questions, ensuring equitable access to education for all. Access to in-state tuition and state financial aid is crucial for undocumented students, who face barriers to federal aid. This clarification will alleviate the burden of misinformation and empower students to pursue their academic dreams without fear of financial obstacles. Join us in celebrating this milestone for educational equity and access! Read the Systemwide AB 540 FAQ here:https://lnkd.in/gVW_MGeX #AB540 #EducationalEquity #UndocumentedStudents #HigherEducation #19Strong

This is inexcusable. I am so angry for students and their families, and for schools, especially the smaller and more enrollment-dependent ones. *********** Some colleges and universities are heading into the summer with trepidation about fall’s enrollment. Some are still waiting for admitted students to commit to their institutions, being patient as families weigh financial aid offers that continue to roll in. Others fear students who have paid deposits may be lured away by a late aid offer from another college. And many worry that the most vulnerable students, frustrated by the aid process, might not show up on any campus in the fall. The disastrous debut of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid, a process plagued by delays, miscalculations and errors, threatens college enrollment just as schools recover from the declines brought on by the pandemic. Some schools fear the disruption could lead to budget shortfalls and deepen financial instability, especially at institutions that depend heavily on tuition dollars to keep their doors open and serve large populations of students from low-income households. “I have spoken to a few presidents who said they are between 20 percent and 30 percent below their anticipated enrollment target,” said Angel B. Pérez, chief executive of the National Association for College Admission Counseling. “That’s devastating for an institution. But of course, you’re not going to see that at the big flagship publics or the wealthiest institutions. But you will see that at regional colleges. You’ll see that at small, struggling institutions, that this could be the thing that puts them over the edge.”

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