California Republicans Urge Swift Return of Standardized Tests for UC Admissions

California Republican lawmakers, supported by thousands of UC professors, are advocating for the immediate reinstatement of SAT/ACT scores in college admissions. They argue this is crucial to address an "academic crisis" and improve student preparedness for university-level academics, aiming for implementation sooner than the currently projected 2027 admissions cycle. This push highlights ongoing debate over standardized testing's role in evaluating applicants.