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What does COVID-19 mean for college admissions?

With schools closed and classes moving online, students nationwide are being forced to adapt to a new learning landscape. One challenge: standardized testing for college admissions, many of which have been canceled this spring. Although test administrators say tests will be run online by this fall, some experts worry that shift will exacerbate existing systemic inequities. Stephanie Sy reports.

What does COVID-19 mean for college admissions?

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    May 16, 2024 - PBS NewsHour full episode

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