The SAT and ACT have faced increased scrutiny, with many colleges dropping their test requirements during the pandemic. However, experts and university administrators are now questioning whether this move was a mistake. Research has shown that standardized test scores provide valuable information in predicting college success, especially for identifying lower-income students and underrepresented minorities who have the potential to thrive. Critics argue that the tests perpetuate inequality, but data suggests that they are a reliable measure of academic readiness. While the debate over standardized testing continues, evidence supports the value of using test scores as one factor among others in the admissions process to create diverse classes of talented students.