Dept of Education staff cuts spark worry for incoming college students. (Getty Images) The US Department of Education has recently announced significant staff cuts, leaving many concerned about the future of college admissions and financial aid for incoming students. With the department’s workforce halved earlier this month, fears are mounting over how these reductions will…
Should legacy admissions survive in Ivy League schools post-affirmative action? The practice of legacy admissions is once again under intense scrutiny, particularly within Ivy League institutions, as public opposition and legislative action continue to rise. Legacy admissions, where children of alumni receive preferential treatment in the college admissions process, have long been a controversial topic….
President Donald Trump DOE’s new stance threatens test-optional policies at 2,100+ US colleges. (The New York Times) The US Department of Education (DOE) has raised concerns about the growing number of colleges adopting test-optional admissions policies. More than 2,100 institutions have adopted such policies, with many doing so in response to disruptions caused by the…