The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division announced findings that George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Services (GW Med) violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Supreme Court’s 2023 SFFA decision by using race-based admissions practices. Investigations revealed GW Med used essay questions and interview processes to prioritize racial diversity, resulting in Black applicants having higher interview selection rates and scores compared to Asian applicants. Black admitted students also scored significantly lower on the MCAT than white or Asian peers. The department will pursue settlement negotiations or litigation to ensure compliance with federal non-discrimination laws. Medical schools receiving federal funding are subject to these regulations, and the DOJ will continue monitoring adherence to SFFA’s ban on race-conscious admissions.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
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