At the NACAC Conference, researchers presented findings regarding diversity in college admissions. Data from 17 universities showed that while Black and Hispanic students are applying in growing numbers, their admit rates are not reflective of this. The study found that colleges overwhelmingly prioritize academic factors like GPA and curriculum strength over essays or personal attributes, countering myths that race alone drives admission. Researchers warned that demographic changes and opaque institutional priorities complicate public perceptions of fairness in admissions.
