Duke University will no longer require students to submit some testing scores when they apply for admission.

It will soon be optional for applicants to submit SAT essay scores or ACT writing scores.

Officials said this change is to ensure every student has an opportunity to be fully considered during the application process.

The change will begin with next year's incoming undergraduate class.

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Yemaya Lyles (right) wipes away tears during a news conference in front of the Rockdale County Public Schools administration building on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. Lyles' son, Antonio, was assaulted by a paraprofessional, who has since been fired and charged with battery. Lyles says her case against the school district has dragged on since then. (Miguel Martinez/AJC 2023)

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