In June 2023, the Supreme Court made a huge decision: colleges can no longer use affirmative action in their admissions process. For years, schools used affirmative action to consider race as one factor in deciding who gets in, aiming to create diverse campuses. Now, that’s no longer allowed—and it’s leaving a lot of students wondering: How does this affect me?

How College Admissions Are Changing

Without affirmative action, colleges still want to create diverse student bodies—but they’ll rely on different parts of your application to figure out who you are and what you bring to the table. That means:

• Essays matter more than ever: Your story is key to showing who you are.
• Extracurriculars are a big deal: Schools want to see what you're passionate about and how you've made an impact.
• Challenges count: If you’ve overcome obstacles, this is your chance to shine.

While race can’t be directly considered anymore, your unique experiences and perspective still play a major role. It’s up to you to show how your background has shaped you.

What You Can Do

Let’s be real: college admissions were already stressful, and now this change adds even more pressure. But here’s the good news—you don’t have to do it alone.

At ESAI, we’re experts at helping students stand out. We’ll help you write essays that tell your story, show off your extracurriculars, and highlight what makes you, you.

Even though the rules have changed, this is your chance to show colleges what makes you amazing.

Take Action

The end of affirmative action isn’t the end of opportunities—it’s a chance to make your voice heard. ESAI can help you turn your application into something unforgettable.

Your story matters. Let’s make sure colleges see it.

Ready to get started? Let’s work together to make your dream school a reality.