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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Helen Gilbert places flowers on her brother Eurie Martin’s grave at Camp Spring Baptist Church in Sandersville. Her brother died eight years ago. Three former Washington County deputies are accused of causing his death and are set to stand trial Monday. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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