College Test Optional, Blind, and Flexible Admissions Policies and What it Means for Students

Although test optional college admissions policies have been around since the 1960's, it's gained popularity in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic as colleges look to expand their admissions pools. Because of this, many students and parents are questioning if they need to take tests such as the SAT or ACT at all. In today's episode, we discuss the implications of these policies for students such as financial aid, scholarships, and enrollment in majors of study. You won't want to miss this conversation as we unpack all things related to test optional and what it means for our students.

Resources referenced in the show:

National Center for Educational Statistics - Look up your desired college and their student profile to see where you fall with their average SAT/ACT scores