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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]For parents and students more academically inclined, I get it that it’s frustrating to see a kid with better than average grades and test scores, but not outstanding ones, get admitted to a very selective school based on sports. On the other hand, universities, like all institutions, have a complex constituency, and all must be supported. The reality is that athletes are oftentimes some of the most successful alumni, especially in business. In turn, this translates to donor dollars, which the institution can’t neglect. Ironically, it’s those sports-turn-business dollars that allow academics to work. [/quote] But you know that 'sports-turn-business dollars allowing academics to work' only exists in the US. Is there a university system in any other country that gives preferential treatment to athletes? [/quote] Are there countries that make as much lines on sports as the US? And who cares what other countries do? [/quote]
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