Harvard University announced that it will no longer consider legacy status in its undergraduate admissions process, joining a growing list of elite institutions abandoning the controversial practice following increased federal scrutiny.
The decision comes after the Department of Education launched investigations into whether legacy preferences at wealthy private universities constitute unfair advantages that disproportionately benefit white and affluent applicants.
Harvard's admissions dean stated that the change reflects the university's commitment to assembling classes based solely on merit, talent, and potential contribution to the campus community.
