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    Event date - August 06th, 2020

    How can higher education build a bridge of success for people of color?

    Higher education can be a key advantage in providing opportunities for greater economic empowerment, social change, and channels to drive real, sustainable results. Yet for many people of color, higher education seems inaccessible. Join us at the NABJ/NAHJ Convention & Career Fair for a panel discussion about access, equity and the role that education can play in eradicating racism.

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Curated Approaches

Explore these promising practices that ETS has curated to support graduate faculty and administrators in the implementation of holistic admissions practices. 

Explore Curated Approaches

Promising Practices

  1. Implement a Holistic Review System

    Take steps to implement a holistic review system that includes an assessment of applicant characteristics and life experiences to meet the program’s mission and goals.

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  2. Use a Screen In Approach

    Consider ways to set criteria that would allow applicants to be included in the review instead of being excluded from the review (i.e. screen-in vs. screen-out approach).

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  3. Increase Understanding

    Clearly define and articulate the application review and selection processes and ensure that all admissions committee participants understand the process and goals.

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  4. Leverage Holistic Application Review

    Include not only a combination of traditional academic materials and experiences, but also materials that demonstrate personal attributes important to success in the program.

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  5. Use GRE® Scores as a Positive Indicator

    Consider GRE scores as a useful, positive indicator of an applicant’s preparedness for graduate study.

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  6. Move Beyond Cut Scores

    Consider including additional information, if using GRE scores as a cut score to manage application volume.

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  7. Consider Alternate Review Practices

    Consider adjusting the process used to evaluate applications to better align with program goals.

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  8. Consider Diversity Broadly

    Explore reframing how your institution or program discusses and considers diversity, depending upon your institution or program’s mission and the legal landscape.

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  9. Diversify Admissions Committee

    Thoughtfully consider the composition of the admissions committee so that diverse perspectives and experiences are reflected during the review process.

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  10. Define Goals and Measure Outcomes

    Articulate diversity objectives tied to the mission of the institution, and communicate this information to those involved in making admissions decisions.

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  11. Set Goals Early

    Graduate deans and program coordinators should work together to establish enrollment goals and create guiding principles for the entire admissions process before it begins.

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  12. Leverage Bridge Programs

    Consider establishing bridge programs for high-potential individuals, with integrated support systems, as an effective means for increasing diversity of your program.

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