Overview
- The U.S. Naval Academy officially ended the consideration of race, ethnicity, and sex in its admissions process as of February 2025.
- This policy shift was directed by an executive order issued by President Trump in January 2025, which eliminated diversity, equity, and inclusion programs across the military.
- Vice Admiral Yvette Davids, the Naval Academy's superintendent, issued revised guidance to implement the change, aligning with new Defense Department policies.
- The Justice Department has requested a suspension of the Students for Fair Admissions lawsuit to determine if the case is now moot due to the policy change.
- The decision comes after a December 2024 federal ruling upheld the Naval Academy's race-conscious admissions, citing national security interests, which are now being revisited under the new policy.