Why did the parents consider college admission so critical that the law was no obstacle? Recent studies suggest that many young children of active parents overly depend on them for every choice they make. Should a student who comes from a poor family without access to special support merit special attention? This well-publicized scandal has highlighted yet another question: Should athletic ability be considered a valid source of merit for admission? No other country in the world uses this as a rationale for college admission, and yet the preference for athletic talent is a key feature of U.S. colleges.

Source: Forbes March 21, 2019 20:26 UTC