A lawsuit by the Trump administration against Harvard University over admissions data transparency has drawn attention, but experts told CNBC that the bigger takeaway for students is rising competition and a stronger focus on academic merit. With race-conscious admissions discontinued and standardized tests returning, Ivy League acceptance rates remain extremely low, reinforcing the need for rigorous academics, strong scores, and focused profiles for future applicants.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/harvard-admissions-lawsuit-sparks-debate-heres-why-academic-merit-matters-more-than-ever-for-ivy-league-hopefuls/articleshow/128720657.cms