College admissions are more competitive than ever, and SMU is no exception. So, who gets into SMU and why?
SMU’s dean of undergraduate admission Elena D. Hicks gives a behind the scenes glimpse into admitting the newest classes of incoming Mustangs and how diverse classes come together at SMU each year. Hicks, who has over 30 years of admissions experience, points out that there are many types of diversity.
As SMU strives to be a global university, Hicks and her team seek to bring in students that represent a range of ethnic, socioeconomic, and geographic diversities. Hicks also touches on the recent affirmative action Supreme Court cases, which is once again drawing into question the role of race-conscious admissions practices and their value to college campuses across the United States.

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