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They have need blind admissions but they have legacy-aware admissions. It's a happy accident that alumni happen to be wealthy. So in reality it's not need blin

• jessriedel 8y ago
  Not just legacy-aware, they grant admission in exchange for large donations. https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2018/10/18/day-three-harvard-admissions-trial/ https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2018/10/18/day-three-harv...
  • joejerryronnie 8y ago
    It’s amazing how a donated building can help the “need blind” admission officers see the light.
    • whitexn--g28h 8y ago
      In this specific case of making a donation large enough to build classroom space / hire professors , the person is increasing the teaching capacity of the school by more than 1, allowing them to attend in exchange helps everyone.
      • jessriedel 8y ago
        Harvard's undergraduate size is absolutely not limited by funding.