So What Does Test Optional Really Mean?

test blind admissions

About one year ago, a wave of universities including many Ivy League schools came out announcing their decision to go test optional. This has rightfully confused many parents and students alike who are creating a proactive plan of attack to the college admissions process. Here’s a few things to know about the test optional movement. […]

Harvard & Ivy League Test Optional Admission Changes

The Harvard test optional announcement raises questions.

In mid-June, Harvard announced an amendment to their admission process, making SAT/ACT scores “optional” as part of their college applications this coming year. The remaining Ivy League universities followed the Harvard test optional admission announcement. This included a reversal from Princeton University, which initially stated they would not be making test scores optional for 2025 […]