Mon Sep 09 15:08:14 UTC 2024: ## Brown University Sees Spike in Asian Enrollment Following Affirmative Action Ruling

**PROVIDENCE, RI** – Brown University has seen a significant increase in Asian student enrollment for the 2024-25 academic year, a trend attributed to the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down affirmative action policies in June 2023.

The university’s demographic data shows that Asian enrollment in the incoming class jumped from 29% to 33% compared to the previous year. Conversely, the share of Black, Hispanic, and White students decreased, while the percentage of students declining to state their race increased from 4% to 7%.

Brown University’s Associate Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Undergraduate Admission, Logan Powell, stated that the university remains committed to diversity and is adapting its admissions process to reflect the Supreme Court’s ruling. The institution has replaced an essay prompt related to race with one asking students to describe experiences that inspired or challenged them. Additionally, standardized test scores will be reinstated for the class of 2029, though they will be evaluated within the context of a student’s overall background and opportunities.

The rise in Asian enrollment at Brown mirrors a similar trend observed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where Asian enrollment increased to 47% in the freshman class, up from 41% in 2023.

This shift in enrollment patterns comes as universities nationwide navigate the legal landscape following the Supreme Court’s decision. Brown University, along with many other institutions, is actively exploring race-neutral strategies to promote diversity while complying with the new legal requirements.

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