How has the University of Texas's admissions process been characterized since the Fisher v. University of Texas decision?

The correct answer emphasizes that there have been no significant changes made to the University of Texas's admissions process following the Fisher v. University of Texas decision. The ruling by the Supreme Court in 2016 upheld the university's affirmative action policy, which allows for race to be considered as one factor among many in the holistic review of applications. This decision affirmed the use of a more flexible admissions process that takes into account a variety of factors, promoting diversity while still aligning with constitutional guidelines.

The Fisher case itself established that while universities can consider race as part of a broader admissions strategy, they must do so in a way that remains narrowly tailored and justifiable. Consequently, the University of Texas has continued to maintain a policy that assesses applicants on multiple dimensions—including academic achievement, personal characteristics, and life experiences—without implementing major changes or introducing stricter measures that would eliminate holistic review practices.

In contrast, the other options suggest significant alterations or restrictions to the admissions criteria that have not occurred post-Fisher. The university has remained committed to ensuring diversity within its student body without resorting to quotas or entirely disregarding race as a component of admissions. Similarly, there has not been a shift toward an increased reliance on standardized test scores as a primary criteria, as the holistic