MIT will once again require applicants to take the SAT or ACT, reversing a Covid-era policy that made the standardized tests optional and rejecting the idea that the tests hurt diversity
"Our research shows standardized tests help us better assess the academic preparedness of all applicants, and also help us identify socioeconomically disadvantaged students who lack access to advanced coursework or other enrichment opportunities that would otherwise demonstrate their readiness for MIT," Dean of Admissions Stu Schmill wrote in a blog post Monday."We believe a requirement is more equitable and transparent than a test-optional policy.
RIP SAT? Harvard makes standardized tests optional through 2026 04:10On Monday, Schill wrote that MIT was bringing back the test requirements because the availability of vaccines has reduced the risks of such in-person gatherings.Further, Schill rejected the argument that testing requirements hurt diversity. He argued that standardized tests help MIT identify"academically prepared, socioeconomically disadvantaged students" who are"otherwise hampered by educational inequalities.
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