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    Black student enrollment decreases at several prestigious colleges as new school year begins

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    Impact of Affirmative Action Ruling on Black Student Enrollment in Elite Colleges

    The impact of the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down affirmative action on college admissions is becoming increasingly evident as elite colleges report a decline in Black student enrollment. Schools like the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Amherst College, Tufts University, and the University of Virginia have all reported decreases in Black student enrollment, with some schools experiencing significant drops.

    Affirmative action, which was initially enacted in the 1960s to ensure equal opportunities for all students regardless of race, gender, religion, or national origin, has played a crucial role in promoting diversity in higher education. However, with its recent elimination, colleges are seeing a shift in their student demographics.

    The decline in Black student enrollment is not limited to predominantly white institutions (PWIs), as historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are also experiencing a decrease in Black male enrollment. A recent study by the American Institute for Boys and Men found that Black men now account for only 26% of the student population at HBCUs, down from 36% in the 1970s.

    The study’s authors attribute this decline to factors such as a lack of proper K-12 integration and the need for increased funding opportunities for HBCUs and their potential students. They emphasize the benefits of an HBCU education, including a higher track record of enrolling lower-income students and promoting upward economic mobility.

    As colleges continue to grapple with the aftermath of the affirmative action ruling, it remains to be seen how these changes will impact the overall landscape of higher education. With declining birth rates and shifting preferences among younger generations, colleges are facing challenges in maintaining enrollment numbers and promoting diversity on campus. The future of college admissions, particularly for Black and brown students, remains uncertain as institutions navigate these changes.

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