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[–] Fenzik@lemmy.ml 4 points 1 year ago (2 children)

The practice of giving priority to the children of alumni

Wtf, that’s real?? I always thought it was just in frat bro movies.

[–] shanghaibebop 3 points 1 year ago

Yes, this is standard practice at all the top private schools in the US. The bump isn’t too significant unless you’re also a wealthy donor, which then it becomes a heavy Factor.