Student, Faculty, and Staff Perspectives on Test-Optional Admissions in Two State Systems
Through this research, we sought to better understand the impact of test-optional policies on the stakeholders most affected by them: students.
We interviewed 97 students, admissions professionals, faculty, staff, and non-profit college coaches at two selective public state flagships. Students and admissions professionals expressed strong support for test-optional policies, highlighting how such policies can facilitate equity and access.