Ohio State Universities Ending Race-Based Scholarships

SOURCE www.npr.org
Ohio's Republican attorney general has ordered state universities to end scholarships that use race-based criteria, citing unconstitutionality after the 2023 Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action. This has led to a review of scholarships and programs at Ohio public schools for potential noncompliance.

Key Points

  • Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost deems race-based scholarships unconstitutional
  • Conservative-led states are reevaluating scholarships for minority students after the Supreme Court ruling
  • Ohio universities are reviewing scholarships and programs to ensure compliance with the new guidelines

Pros

  • Promotes equality by removing race-based criteria from scholarships
  • Encourages donors to fund scholarships without discriminatory conditions

Cons

  • May lead to fewer opportunities for minority students to receive financial aid
  • Could impact diversity initiatives in universities