College Admissions and Admissions Testing in a Time of Transformational Change

<p>Perhaps no topic in higher education is more controversial than admissions whether it be to a prestigious college graduate schools or professional schools. In response to the pandemic and a host of race relations issues in the country many colleges and universities have changed their policies regarding admissions testing. In this foundational volume renowned chapter authors address a diverse set of themes related to college admissions examining new perspectives exploring the strengths and weaknesses of current practices and discussing how institutions might use different techniques to attract diverse students particularly those who have not traditionally attended college. Experts in college admission testing admissions research and psychology come together to provide empirically based approaches and ideas. Ultimately this volume advances a future in college admissions where more students are able to succeed in college and beyond. </p>