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Oxford University Adjusts Admissions for Diversity, Faces Criticism

10/23/2025

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Oxford University usually requires three A-levels at grade A for admission but may accept applicants who miss these grades, particularly from disadvantaged backgrounds.
In 2024, 27 percent of black students were admitted despite not meeting their offers, compared to 3 percent of Chinese and 7 percent of white students.
Twenty-three percent of Oxford entrants come from the most deprived areas, highlighting a focus on diversity in admissions.
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp criticized this policy, asserting that admissions should prioritize merit alone.

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Oxford University usually requires three A-levels at grade A for admission but may accept applicants who miss these grades, particularly from disadvantaged backgrounds.
In 2024, 27 percent of black students were admitted despite not meeting their offers, compared to 3 percent of Chinese and 7 percent of white students.
Twenty-three percent of Oxford entrants come from the most deprived areas, highlighting a focus on diversity in admissions.
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp criticized this policy, asserting that admissions should prioritize merit alone.