Yale University will require standardized test scores for the fall 2025 admissions, moving away from test-optional policies adopted during the pandemic. The policy will be "test flexible," allowing submission of subject-based test scores in place of SAT or ACT. This decision follows similar moves by Dartmouth and MIT, but most colleges maintain test-optional policies. The shift aims to address potential harm to lower-income students and underrepresented populations. Critics argue that test-optional policies may disadvantage these groups, as test scores can help identify potential in students from less privileged backgrounds. The decision also comes in the wake of concerns about potential litigation following the Supreme Court's decision on race-conscious admissions. Yale's application numbers have surged due to test-optional policies, with over 57,000 applications for fall 2025. FairTest downplays the impact of Yale's move, while acknowledging potential barriers for international students.