Access and Opportunity Collaborative

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Review materials and publications to help you examine and review your admissions policies.

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Webinars and Events

Our webinars and events combine expert analysis with hands-on best practices and discussions from leaders in the field of diversity and admissions. Learn more about the case, issues, and implications by reviewing one of our prerecorded webinars.

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Key Resources, Case Documents, and Materials

These materials and publications can support your work as you examine your current policies. Also, get a better understanding of case history with our analyses and guidance on court cases related to access and diversity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Racial Preferences and Stereotypes Under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act (April 2025)

This frequently asked questions document is intended to anticipate and answer questions that may be raised in response to the Dear Colleague Letter: Title VI of the Civil Rights Act in Light of Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard issued by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR)1 on February 14, 2025.

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Resource for K12 School Leaders: Understanding the Supreme Court’s Ruling (February 2024)

Now that the consideration of race is no longer permitted in college admissions, colleges are evaluating their policies and considering what adjustments to make to comply with the Supreme Court ruling. It’s important for school counselors to understand the impact of the ruling and to identify next steps students should take on their journey to college.

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Effective education policy begins with experts coming together to discuss and develop sound practices that are fair and equitable for all students. The Collaborative helps advocate for policies that promote access, opportunity and success on college campuses by bringing together thought leaders from across disciplines and providing them with resources that support meaningful policy and practice discussions.

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