California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law banning legacy and donor-based admissions at private universities like Stanford and USC, effective September 2025. The law follows similar actions in other states and emphasizes merit-based admissions. Legacy admissions, often benefiting wealthy families, contrast with affirmative action policies aimed at fostering diversity. Reform strategies include transparent criteria, holistic evaluations, and alumni engagement alternatives.
California Bans Legacy Admissions: A Landmark Move Toward Fairness in Higher Education
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