The recent Supreme Court ruling against race-conscious admissions has led to unexpected shifts in the demographics of highly selective colleges and universities. Contrary to statistical predictions, some schools have seen unchanged or increased proportions of Black and Asian American students, raising questions about admissions practices and future access to elite institutions. At Yale, the share of Black students remained the same, while Duke saw an increase. Similarly, Harvard, which faced a lawsuit over alleged discrimination against Asian students, did not witness the expected rise in Asian American student numbers. This unexpected data has perplexed experts and admissions officials, prompting a reevaluation of admissions methods and the necessity of race-based admissions. Notably, a tracker developed by Education Reform Now revealed that three-quarters of selective schools experienced a decrease in Black enrollment this year. Schools such as Amherst, Brown, and Columbia saw declines in Black and Hispanic student percentages, prompting initiatives like enhanced recruitment efforts and revamped admissions strategies. The variability in reported data reflects differing methodologies and the emergence of new variables, such as more students choosing not to disclose their race on applications. Additionally, disparities in reporting methods and limited analysis from universities have complicated the interpretation of the data. While some believe that the data reflects a more equitable system without racial preferences, others caution that the impact on campus diversity may be negative, with potential legal challenges looming over admissions practices. The ongoing evolution of data from states that have previously banned affirmative action, like Michigan and California, highlights the complex and evolving nature of admissions statistics.