Criticisms of Standardized Tests in College Admissions
The role of standardized tests like the SAT and ACT in college admissions is being reconsidered due to significant criticisms. These include assertions of inherent bias against certain student populations and research suggesting their predictive power for academic success is overstated.
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Bias in Standardized Tests Against Marginalized Groups
Questionable Predictive Validity of SAT/ACT
Increased Scrutiny of Standardized Tests Due to Cheating Scandals
An admissions committee at a university observes two trends in their data:
- Applicants from high-income families consistently score higher on the standardized entrance exam than applicants from low-income families.
- Once admitted, the college grade point averages (GPAs) of students from both income groups are, on average, nearly identical.
Which of the following conclusions about the standardized entrance exam is best supported by these observations?