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UC Regents Launch Public Review on Reinstating SAT After Slide in Introductory Math

The expedited review will test whether bringing back standardized exams or addressing K–12 preparation gaps is the better way to reverse falling grades and rising withdrawals in UC math courses.

Berkeley Professor’s Op-Ed Details Sharp Drop in Calculus Readiness and Fuels Calls to Reinstate SAT/ACT

University of California Suspends BOARS Review as Regents Order Faster SAT/ACT Study

UC Academic Senate Moves to Reconsider SAT and ACT for Admissions

More Than 1,100 UC STEM Faculty Urge Return of SAT/ACT Math; System Opens Formal Reviews

UC Faculty Call for SAT/ACT Return as Elite Colleges Move Back to Tests

Hundreds of UC STEM Faculty Urge Return of SAT/ACT Math for 2027 Admissions

Ukraine Opens Registration for 2026 National Multisubject Test

UC San Diego Report: One in Eight Freshmen Below Middle School Math