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Ultimate Villain of Varsity Blues? Selfish and Shortsighted Universities

The tendency of America's most famous universities to prioritize elegant campus life over learning has created the cutthroat culture at the core of the admissions scandal, Ryan Craig writes.

Improving NYC's Tech Training

What must change in New York City's tech training landscape to ensure that employees in the industry reflect the city's diversity?

More Scrutiny of Legacy Admissions

Michael Bloomberg's higher education plan and controversial remarks by Northwestern's president have renewed scrutiny of colleges giving children of alumni preferential treatment in admissions.

Ethical College Admissions: Early Decision De-Commitment

The rules are different, putting counselors in an awkward situation, writes Jim Jump.

The New Ground Rules for Admissions

The Justice Department has failed colleges and students, writes John L. Mahoney.

The Week in Admissions News

The missing middle class; Bloomberg's take on higher education; Southern California announces financial aid changes; March SAT called off for China; mental health.

University of California Faulted on Admissions Exceptions

System lacks discipline in documenting exceptions to the rules, audit finds.
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4 More Colleges Drop Testing for Admissions

The trend continues with Bellarmine, Clarkson College, Suffolk and St. Thomas of Minnesota.