Bloomberg
University of California Faculty Push to Bring Back SAT and ACT Score Consideration
Saturday, August 8, 2026
University of California faculty members have initiated a review of the system's test-optional admissions policy, with some arguing that SAT and ACT scores could help evaluate college readiness. The university stated that no policy changes will affect students applying for fall 2027 admission. Opponents of standardized testing argue the scores can reflect socioeconomic disparities.
