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Attacking Legacy and Early-Decision Admissions

New York legislation would bar both practices by public and private colleges. The private colleges are opposed.

Calif. Lawmakers Aim to Lift Berkeley’s Enrollment Cap

Changing how the California Environmental Quality Act applies to colleges could lift an enrollment cap at UC Berkeley. Legislators want to fast-track a solution before the university loses students.

Emails Again Raise Questions About USC

Lawyer for former coach, who is on trial, releases emails from officials at U of Southern California.
Opinion

We Still Need to Eliminate Bias From Medical School Admissions

It’s true that more Black students are going to medical school, but admissions processes still need to change, writes Wayne A. I. Frederick.

The Week in Admissions News

Ex-dean receives 14-month sentence in rankings scandal; free webcasts on international recruitment; scrutiny for Supreme Court nominee; challenges for ex-prisoners; getting Hispanic students back.

Formerly Imprisoned Students Struggle to Shed Their Past

The stigma of incarceration often complicates admissions, membership in academic organizations and professional licensure, restricting individuals for years after their release from prison.

Common App Again Changes Its Language

More changes to the application are designed to better serve transgender population.

A Legacy Program That’s Different

McDaniel College gives every child or grandchild of alumni $30,000 a year to pay for the college. It gives the same award to children of those who work in K-12 education and community colleges, to veterans and active-duty military.