Rob Bielby News Today

Because the Supreme Court left the door open for prospective students to talk about how race has affected their life experiences through essay questions and interviews, colleges are tweaking what they ask applicants.

The decision comes just weeks after the Supreme Court struck down race-based affirmative action in higher education.

School officials and admissions consultants say universities are seeking to strengthen relationships with community colleges and high schools in underserved areas to reach prospective students.