Colleges are putting less emphasis on the SATs and ACTS. Are they necessary?

Should Colleges Still Require the SATs and ACTs? Above The Noise

Premiered October 10, 2018
Should Colleges Still Require the SATs and ACTs?

Taking the SAT or ACT is a rite of passage for high school students applying to college. But a growing number of colleges are putting much less emphasis on test scores. Many have made the test entirely optional. The change comes as more schools question the usefulness of standardized tests in predicting college readiness.

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Above The Noise

Our host Myles Bess cuts through the hype and takes a deeper look at the research and facts behind controversial and trending topics in the news.

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