“females are still underrepresented in some fields especially stem fields like engineering and computer science. They still benefit from affirmative action.”
As will males in some fields that are traditionally female, and in general compared to females these days. Not sure why you feel females are advantaged more than males, @queenmother. Absent a few majors, it is easier for guys these days.
Bottom line, schools are looking to bring diversity. If your not an athlete, you’re not competing against athletes. If you’re not a legacy, you’re not competing against legacies. Same for URMs, etc. Those spots just aren’t open to you.