Supreme Court bans US colleges from factoring race in admissions

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SUBSCRIBE SUBSCRIBE: £1 FOR 3 MONTHS June, 2023 View in browser Supreme Court bans US colleges from factoring race in admissions   Ariana Baio The Supreme Court ruled that private and public colleges and universities may not consider race as a factor in admissions, striking down the landmark case Grutter v Bollinger (2003).   For more than 20 years, colleges and universities have used affirmative action to help establish a diverse group of accepted students which contributes to a more positive education experience.   But now, higher education institutions will no longer be allowed to consider race as a factor in admissions. Instead, students who wish to have their race or culture considered in their application will have to volunteer the information in their personal essay.   More follows   OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE > In affirmative action and student loan cases, some see backlash to racial progress in education > Supreme Court rejects fringe theory that could give GOP state lawmakers unchecked election authority > Supreme Court ruling raises the bar on convicting someone for making threats Enjoying this newsletter? Unlock unlimited, ad-free reading on the website and in The Independent app when you subscribe – plus, benefit from our welcome offer when you join today. We noticed that you might not be registered By registering, you will enjoy limited access to Independent Premium articles, commenting, and virtual events with our leading journalists REGISTER FOR FREE OTHER NEWSLETTERS YOU MIGHT LIKE Climate News Every Friday, 12pm (UK time) Written by Louise Boyle Join now The View from Westminster  Every weekday, 6pm (UK time) Written by John Rentoul Join now The Independent proudly partners with Refuge and the National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 If you can spare a minute we'd love your feedback on our newsletters. Join the conversation or follow us Download the free Independent app Please do not reply directly to this email You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter. Add us to your safe list of senders.   If you do not want to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter, please unsubscribe.   If you no longer wish to receive any newsletters or promotional emails from The Independent, you can unsubscribe here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345. Read our privacy notice and cookie policy.