University of California Debates Reinstatement of SAT in Admissions Amidst Concerns Over Student Preparedness

A debate is ongoing within the University of California system regarding the potential return of the SAT as an admissions requirement. This discussion is fueled by a 2025 UC San Diego faculty report indicating a significant increase in freshmen requiring remedial math, despite high school A averages. Proponents argue the SAT provides an essential independent check on grade inflation and the impact of AI in essay writing, while critics question its reliability and point to UCSD's unique placement exam changes.