Ivy Link Founder Discusses Post-Affirmative Action Strategy With Financial Times

In the weeks since the Supreme Court ruling against Affirmative Action, there has been quite a bit of confusion. Everyone: parents, students, school administrators, and even college admissions officers all have questions about the future of college admissions. Namely, colleges are looking for ways to continue promoting diversity in their admissions while also following the law. 

In a recent interview with the Financial Times, Ivy Link founder, Adam, discusses how students have to prove themselves in the subjective areas of admissions now more than ever. This includes both Asian and Black students. In the article, Adam expressed the message he shares with all Black and Latinx Ivy Link clients: 

“We can’t rely on affirmative action to give you a boost. I advise them to find other subjective, contextual measures. When it comes time to complete the application, we’ll find ways to introduce race.” 

One way to introduce how race impacted a student’s life and academic journey is through the Personal Statement. Finding a strong story to tell that incorporates a student’s race, while also showing that the student has overcome an obstacle or challenge is an excellent way to indicate to the college that the student would add diversity to their campus. However, that may not be enough. 

Every student who wants to be considered for admission to a top college must also have a strong, cohesive academic and extracurricular profile. In order to build that, students must identify a passion or “key interest”, and build upon that both in and out of the classroom.

In addition to deploying bespoke admissions strategies, Ivy Link helps students determine the best way to leverage their talents and experiences, and turn them into a unique project or complimentary academic pursuit. Contact us to learn more about how Ivy Link can help your child achieve their college dreams.