Admission screening news 2017

Here are some notable news stories related to admission screening in 2017:

  1. University of California, Berkeley's new admissions policy: In January 2017, UC Berkeley announced a new admissions policy that would no longer consider SAT or ACT scores in its application process. The university cited concerns about the tests' bias and lack of relevance to academic success.
  2. College Board's new SAT format: In March 2017, the College Board introduced a new SAT format, which eliminated the optional essay section and made the test more focused on algebra and geometry. The changes were designed to make the test more relevant to college readiness.
  3. Harvard University's admissions scandal: In April 2017, Harvard University was embroiled in a scandal involving allegations of cheating and academic dishonesty in its admissions process. The scandal led to the resignation of several university officials and a renewed focus on ethics in admissions.
  4. New York University's online application platform: In May 2017, NYU launched a new online application platform that allowed students to apply to multiple programs and schools within the university. The platform aimed to streamline the application process and provide more flexibility for students.
  5. University of Michigan's new admissions policy for international students: In June 2017, the University of Michigan announced a new admissions policy for international students, which would consider a range of factors beyond standardized test scores, including language proficiency and academic achievement.
  6. College admissions scandal in China: In July 2017, a scandal involving college admissions in China came to light, with reports of bribery, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty. The scandal highlighted the pressure and competition faced by students in China's education system.
  7. University of Texas at Austin's new admissions policy for in-state students: In August 2017, UT Austin announced a new admissions policy for in-state students, which would consider a range of factors, including academic achievement, community service, and leadership skills.
  8. College Board's new AP exam format: In September 2017, the College Board introduced a new format for its Advanced Placement (AP) exams, which aimed to provide more accurate and reliable scores. The changes included a new scoring system and a focus on student performance rather than test-taking strategies.
  9. University of California, Los Angeles's new admissions policy for transfer students: In October 2017, UCLA announced a new admissions policy for transfer students, which would consider a range of factors, including academic achievement, community service, and leadership skills.
  10. College admissions scandal in India: In November 2017, a scandal involving college admissions in India came to light, with reports of bribery, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty. The scandal highlighted the pressure and competition faced by students in India's education system.

These are just a few examples of the many news stories related to admission screening in 2017. The year saw a range of developments and controversies in the world of college admissions, from changes to standardized tests and admissions policies to scandals and controversies.