Accounts Quote by Henry Rosovsky
“There are many in East Asia who simply judge students on the basis of national tests. The top universities in the United States do not do that, and for good reason. We need a careful process for admissions that take all sorts of factors into account: different intellectual strengths, artistic expression, economic standing, social background, ethnicity, regional representation and designs a class as a balanced whole.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Admissions, Harvard University, 1995
Admissions should consider diverse abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives rather than relying solely on test scores.
In simple terms: Look at whole person, not just test results.
Key Takeaway
Adopt holistic review in admissions.
Themes
education
equity
diversity
holistic review
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
analytical
policy-oriented
When to use this quote
- college admissions
- scholarship decisions
- policy making
- student counseling
Key Concepts
social justice
meritocracy
institutional design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions balance fairness with standards?
- What criteria best predict student success?
A Different Perspective
Test scores alone miss talent and context.
