<p>If schools are really serious about ensuring economic diversity, then they should perform an international search to find students that are “poor” by global, not American, standards. And I’m not saying that there aren’t people in the US who are in tough, tough situations.</p>
<p>Regarding standardized test preparation, anyone with access to a public-use library or ~$30 to purchase used texts - and self-discipline - can achieve the same level of preparedness that a graduate of a pricey test prep program possesses. That’s a beautiful thing…</p>