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Most Americans Say Colleges Shouldn't Consider Race
Nearly three-fourths of those surveyed by Pew oppose consideration of race in admissions. Only 7 percent say it should be a major factor -- and 8 percent each say legacy status or athletic ability should be a major factor.
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Ethical College Admissions: Yearbook Photos
The ethical issues raised by the Wake Forest controversy are complicated, writes Jim Jump.
Law Schools and Their Many Markets
Survey notes that those who enroll at elite colleges have very different priorities from those who enroll elsewhere.
The Week in Admissions News
Anxieties about college choices; Trump and the College Board; Common App and CollegeNET settle; minority students and STEM; end of the road for Argosy.
Nearly 4 Years in Jail for Admissions Cyberstalking
Rejected applicant to Georgetown law harassed the alumnus who interviewed him.
The 'Bamboo Ceiling' and the Future of Affirmative Action
New research says critics of elite colleges' policies may want to pay more attention to what happens after graduation.
Trump Threatened Colleges Over Any Leaks of His Grades
Michael Cohen releases letter sent to university the president attended and notes that Trump earlier had called on Obama to release his grades. President's grades have never come out, but those of past candidates have.
Yearbook Review Finds Dean With Confederate Flag
Wake Forest stands behind admissions dean and notes her work to promote diversity. Not everyone agrees with the university's decision. Associate dean of admissions found in separate photos with Confederate flag.