re: VA Tech eliminates legacy and early decision admissions in light of AA SCOTUS decision

From a business prospective, I don't have a problem with legacy admissions.

By keeping legacy admissions open, the university incentivizes alums to donate. If you convince alumni to help “subsidize” the university’s resources and endowment by reserving spots for a few borderline students, the whole university benefits. Admittance does not guarantee graduation, so the validity of the degree shouldn't be considered watered down.

Many universities consider students as more than just income while they attend school and also consider their expected future value. It's why elite schools take the top students for athletics and grades. Loyal alumni are another target customer that build the brand and can provide lifetime giving.

I think the argument against legacy admissions is stronger with state-funded schools, but it could also be considered shortsighted.

Unfortunately, life's not fair and everything isn't a meritocracy. Most students that graduate from average large state schools with good grades would also do well at elite private schools.