The New York Times ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ as one of a growing number of colleges and universities that have shifted to βtest optionalβ admission, waiving SAT and ACT requirements for prospective students. βThis decision supports the Collegeβs mission to provide access to a distinctive education for students who will thrive at ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄,β the College said in a statement last month. βThe admission staff believes this policy provides a better admission standard for exceptional students who apply to ΒιΆΉΤ΄΄ and helps ensure that our academic and residential community will continue to flourish.β