Come Quote by Asha Rangappa
“Students come away with a clear message about how admissions works: If you have money, connections or 'insider' knowledge, you have a leg up. It's hardly surprising that many students of modest or lower means decide it's not even worth playing.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Chronicle of Higher Education, 2022
Admissions favor wealth and connections, discouraging less privileged students from participating.
In simple terms: Money and connections give an advantage in admissions.
Key Takeaway
Address inequities in admissions.
Themes
inequality
admissions
social mobility
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
analysis
commentary
When to use this quote
- college counseling
- student advocacy
- policy reform
Key Concepts
education
economics
fairness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions level the playing field?
- What alternatives exist for disadvantaged students?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex admissions processes.
