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> Most colleges are moving towards need-blind admissions too Need-blind? Like, purely based on merit? I don't think that's helpful. If the point is to help dis
by gradstudent 12y ago
> Most colleges are moving towards need-blind admissions too
Need-blind? Like, purely based on merit? I don't think that's helpful. If the point is to help disadvantaged kids, their scores need to be weighted by their circumstances.
- randomnumber53 12y agoThat is still an issue, but it is better than purposefully weighting admissions toward applicants who can afford full tuition.
- mirithekiwi 12y agoAs far as I understand it, they ignore FAFSA information but could probably still get an idea of the kid's background based on school, personal statements, etc. I'll admit, it sounds like this wouldn't be as effective for helping disadvantaged students. On the other hand, I think it gives schools plausible deniability for admitting a high number of students who wouldn't need financial aid, giving the school more money.
- Lawtonfogle 12y agoWhat happens when those circumstances have disadvantaged a child in a way that cannot be recovered (for example, I've seen a documentary on over medicated children who were screwed up by the medication so badly that they still have clear issues even years after being taken off).