If SAT scores were the sole factor in gaining admission to college, only one demographic based on race would see an increase in representation.
On 6/24/19 at 11:19 AM EDTFor almost 90 years, SAT scores have been a consideration in a candidate's application for college. If the exam was the sole decision maker, a recent report found over 50 percent of students would not have gained admittance to the most selective higher education institutions.
Along with altering the specific individuals attending, an SAT-only admittance policy would also change class demographics. Black, African American, Hispanic or Latino students would experience a decrease in admittance, going from 18 percent to 11 percent. There would also be a one percent decrease in Asian students.
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