Should legacy admissions still exist in 2025? For decades, many colleges have given special consideration to applicants with alumni parents, but now, this practice is under fire. With more schools eliminating legacy preferences, critics argue that it unfairly benefits privileged students—especially as affirmative action faces new restrictions.
In this episode, we dive deep into the debate. Inspired by a recent Teen Vogue article, we discuss how legacy admissions shape college demographics, who truly benefits, and whether removing them is the right solution—or if it leads to unintended consequences. Are these policies a way to maintain school traditions, or do they block opportunities for deserving students? And how do colleges that have eliminated legacy preferences compare to those that still use them?
We explore both sides of the issue, breaking down what this shift means for future applicants and college admissions as a whole. While there are no easy answers, this conversation sheds light on how higher education continues to evolve.
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