Texas Universities Can Now Consider 'Classic Learning Test' in Admissions, Alongside SAT and ACT
The test has a strong focus on classical literature, promoting “influential authors and ideas that have shaped history and culture.”
July 24, 2026
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Texas Universities Can Now Consider 'Classic Learning Test' in Admissions, Alongside SAT and ACT
The Texan • Meridith Dyer
Texas public universities may now consider the Classic Learning Test alongside the SAT and ACT, widening the path for students educated through classical, Christian, and homeschool programs. The decision marks a meaningful step toward greater choice in college admissions, even as questions remain about how the newer exam compares with its long-established counterparts.
Meridith Dyer
The Texan
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