New Jersey S173 mandates public higher education institutions to adopt a test-optional admissions policy.
New Jersey S173 requires public institutions of higher education to adopt a test-optional admissions policy, allowing but not requiring the submission of standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. This policy aims to alleviate stress for high school students and address disparities in academic outcomes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and financial hardships. The bill encourages independent institutions and proprietary degree-granting institutions to adopt similar policies.
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