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Trump's New Policy Forces Colleges to Disclose Admissions Data

9/2/2025

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President Trump introduced a policy mandating colleges to disclose admissions data, including SAT/ACT scores and demographics.
This policy responds to the Supreme Court's ruling against racial preferences in admissions.
Critics warn it could decrease diversity in elite institutions, while supporters argue it highlights K-12 education shortcomings.
The focus is on individual merit rather than race in admissions processes.

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Story summary

President Trump introduced a policy mandating colleges to disclose admissions data, including SAT/ACT scores and demographics.
This policy responds to the Supreme Court's ruling against racial preferences in admissions.
Critics warn it could decrease diversity in elite institutions, while supporters argue it highlights K-12 education shortcomings.
The focus is on individual merit rather than race in admissions processes.