Getting into college: why is the competition for admission so fierce?

Article Abstract:

The tight job market is making a college degree even more valuable, which is increasing the competition for admission. Graduation from an elite school can lead to a top-paying job. About 12.2 million students were enrolled in college in 1994, with minorities accounting for higher percentages of admissions than in previous years.Grades and test cores are important in admission decisions, but all the information a student submits is considered in combination. Steps taken by schools and students to address increased admission competition are discussed.

Social aspects, Recruiting, College admissions, Minority college students, College applications, College attendance, College enrollment

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Age discrimination

Article Abstract:

Older US workers continue to face age discrimination, despite employment protections guaranteed under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. Employers have found ways to lay off older workers despite the 1967 discrimination law enacted to protect workers over age 40. Age discrimination complaints filed with the EEOC and age bias lawsuits are difficult to win. Older workers are quite productive but their higher salaries make them targets during downsizing.

Laws, regulations and rules, Employment discrimination, Age discrimination

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