These posts are here to catch the highlights from the world of college admissions over the past few weeks.
Although this is not the end-all-be-all for higher education news, I hope that it’s a nice resource for you moving forward.
As always, for more specific information about what a college or university is doing check directly with that institution.
I apologize that this is such a long list! There is some great information below addressing the latest in testing, behind the scenes admission information, and how to write a COVID-19 essay if you need to. I believe that not every student needs to write a COVID-19 essay, so be sure to read the article to determine if this is the right essay to add to your application.
The Secrets of Elite College Admissions - Jeffery Selingo, Wall Street Journal
University of California must stop all use of SAT and ACT in admissions, judge orders - Michael Burke, EdSource
Memo: NCAA to furlough its entire staff for 3-8 weeks - Ralph D. Russo, AP News
Political Influence on Fall Plans - Madeline St. Amour, Inside Higher Ed
A Question of Trust - Lilah Burke, Inside Higher Ed
Collaborating in Admissions - Scott Jaschik, Inside Higher Ed
It’s time to question reliance on standardized tests for college admissions - Tribute Content Agency
NACAC's Statement on Standardized Testing Requirements at Public Universities - NACAC
How Applying to College Will Be Different This Year, Thanks to the Coronavirus Pandemic - Julia Glum
Fewer colleges are relying on standardized testing for admissions decisions during coronavirus, but that change should be permanent - Angel B. Perez, Hartford Courant
Ex-Google employees form virtual tech ‘school’ for gap year students amid college closures - Jennifer Elias, CNBC
Moody's: Coronavirus Drives New Business Models, Disruption for Higher Ed - Rick Seltzer, Inside Higher Ed
Covid-19 and College Admissions: 3 Rumors, 3 Truths & 3 Predictions - Kristina Miller, WGN 9 - Chicago
The Character Moment in College Admission - David Holmes, Inside Higher Ed
Late Deciders, Late Withdrawals: The Headaches Of Predicting Fall College Enrollment - Adolfo Guzman-Lopez, LAist
A Guide To Writing The Covid-19 Essay For The Common App - Kristen Moon, Forbes
Report Sees Shift to Public Colleges During Pandemic - Scott Jaschik, Inside Higher Ed
These schools have the largest endowments in the country — yet they’re still raising tuition during the COVID pandemic - Jillian Berman, MarketWatch
Students may have their offer of admission rescinded’: Northeastern issues warning about partying - Dialynn Dwyer, Boston.com
How Coronavirus Is Upending High School Extracurricular Activities - US News and World Report
These lawsuits could change the stakes for higher ed - Natalie Schwartz, Education Dive