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College Admissions Should Be Selective Based on Suitability
1:12:02 - 1:18:46 (06:44)
While many universities have become more inclusive, some argue that colleges should prioritize admitting students who are best suited for their programs. This could increase efficiency and create a better workforce in high-paying jobs, but it raises concerns regarding individual liberty and property rights.
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The genetic basis of intelligence and conscientiousness make it difficult to rectify the unfairness of college admissions based on family wealth.
1:12:02 - 1:16:10 (04:08)
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The genetic basis of intelligence and conscientiousness make it difficult to rectify the unfairness of college admissions based on family wealth. Addressing equal access to opportunity and equity in outcomes may require a new approach.
ChapterCollege Admissions Should Be Selective Based on Suitability
Episode#484 - Cosmic Skeptic - 8 Impossible Thought Experiments
PodcastModern Wisdom
Many universities have adopted an approach of letting anyone into college even if they are not best suited for studies, which the speaker argues could be flawed.
1:16:10 - 1:18:46 (02:36)
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Many universities have adopted an approach of letting anyone into college even if they are not best suited for studies, which the speaker argues could be flawed. The speaker believes that college's job should be to pick those who are best suited for study and high paying jobs for the long-term benefit of the economy.