Detailed text transcripts for TV channel - MSNBC - 20130401:14:43:00
A new study on the highly competitive college admissions process may change the way schools do their recruiting. the "new york times" reports that when detailed information packets about college admission standard and financial aid policies were sent to high-achieving low-income students, 54% of them were admitted to colleges, matching their academic qualifications. but if they didn't get the packets, just 30% got into those highly selective schools. "new york times" washington bureau chief dave leon hart wrote about this eye-opening study and joins me now. absolutely fascinating, dave. good t...