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State Bans Legacy Preferences in College Admissions

California legislature passes a bill banning legacy admissions in private colleges.

Aired 09/13/2024

SoCal Matters

State Bans Legacy Preferences in College Admissions

9/13/2024 | 2m 3s

California legislature passes a bill banning legacy admissions in private colleges.

In response to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling banning affirmative action, California's legislature has passed a bill prohibiting private nonprofit colleges from considering legacy or donor connections in admissions. If signed by Governor Newsom, the law would take effect in 2025, joining several other states that aim to level the playing field for low-income and minority students.

Aired 09/13/2024

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SoCal Matters is a local public television program presented by PBS SoCal

SoCal Matters

State Bans Legacy Preferences in College Admissions

9/13/2024 | 2m 3s

In response to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling banning affirmative action, California's legislature has passed a bill prohibiting private nonprofit colleges from considering legacy or donor connections in admissions. If signed by Governor Newsom, the law would take effect in 2025, joining several other states that aim to level the playing field for low-income and minority students.

Aired 09/13/2024

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