So, I was just looking at available slots and how that interacts with the statement, "Being X helps you, but not being X doesn't hurt you".
That just can't be. If having a certain quality increases your chances of admission by any amount, then it's the case that lacking that quality will hurt your chances by some amount. The only way around this is if the size of the incoming class is elastic.
I don't think the admissions process is a simple equation. My "balancing" statement was referring to the size and composition of the admitted class.
Also, I need to stress that I'm not anti affirmative action. My feelings on the subject are complicated. I assure you I don't take any of this as face value, and I see legitimate concerns on both sides of the debate.
That just can't be. If having a certain quality increases your chances of admission by any amount, then it's the case that lacking that quality will hurt your chances by some amount. The only way around this is if the size of the incoming class is elastic.
I don't think the admissions process is a simple equation. My "balancing" statement was referring to the size and composition of the admitted class.
Also, I need to stress that I'm not anti affirmative action. My feelings on the subject are complicated. I assure you I don't take any of this as face value, and I see legitimate concerns on both sides of the debate.