merit shifts in college admissions

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College Admissions Verdict? Merit Shift Hidden Risks Exposed

The merit shift in college admissions carries hidden risks by over-relying on non-test credentials that can mask inequities and inflate evaluation bias. Did you know 87% of students believe their SAT score is the only way to prove merit? In the post-virtual testing era that statistic may not hold true.