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The Role of Standardized Tests in College Admissions

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https://civilrightsproject.ucla.edu/news/research/college-access/admissions/the-role-of-standardized-tests-in-college-admissions
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This paper summarizes the history of college admissions testing in the United States; how the SAT and ACT are used today in admissions; admissions criteria and their use; the future of admissions tests and alternative approaches to admissions. It also provides thoughts on the definition of "merit" and the value of meritocracy in college admissions.

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