University of California Faculty Push to Bring Back SAT and ACT Score Consideration
University of California faculty members are advocating to reinstate SAT and ACT score consideration in admissions, citing concerns about grade inflation and AI use in applications. The system has launched a faculty-led review of its test-free policy, though opponents warn that standardized tests can perpetuate socioeconomic disparities. UC has committed that any policy changes will not affect students applying for fall 2027 admission.
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University of California Faculty Push to Bring Back SAT and ACT Score Consideration
University of California faculty members are advocating to reinstate SAT and ACT score consideration in admissions, citing concerns about grade inflation and AI use in applications. The system has launched a faculty-led review of its test-free policy, though opponents warn that standardized tests can perpetuate socioeconomic disparities. UC has committed that any policy changes will not affect students applying for fall 2027 admission.
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