Majority Support Colleges Considering Race in Admissions But Say It Should Play Minor Role

Most Americans believe colleges should be allowed to consider race as part of the admissions process, according to a new poll.
However, few believe that race should ultimately play a major role in admissions decisions.
High school grades and standardized test scores were seen as more important factors in college admissions than race and ethnicity.
Black and Hispanic adults were more likely to say race and ethnicity should be at least an important role in admissions.
The poll comes as the Supreme Court is expected to rule on lawsuits challenging admissions systems at Harvard University and the University of North Carolina.