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The Real Costs of Merit Aid
New study finds that, 10 years after offering non-need-based assistance, private colleges are likely to enroll fewer Pell Grant recipients and fewer black students.
Test Prep, to What End?
New analysis from admissions group suggests that SAT coaching improves scores, but modestly. But study also finds that modest increases make a difference at many institutions.
Early Admission From Waiting List
In a break from tradition, some private colleges offered some additional spots before a final count was in on how many accepted applicants were coming.
10% Admissions -- the Full Impact
New studies show dramatic shifts since Texas enacted law – toward reaching more high schools, but possibly excluding more transfers from community colleges.
In Admissions, a (Military) Chain of Command
California State U. reserves spots at each campus for veterans or service members selected by their commanders.
Black (Immigrant) Admissions Edge
First or second generation African Americans found to be much more likely than other black students -- and more likely than white students -- to attend selective colleges.
Unintentional Whitening of U. of California?
Plan before Board of Regents today is projected to significantly cut Asian admissions. Who would gain the most? Not black and Latino applicants.
Using Foucault to Deconstruct Rankings
Law school officials reveal to sociologists how U.S. News influences their decision making -- not necessarily for the better.