The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the reformation of the traditional admissions model. Once relying only on grades and test scores, some colleges seek to look beyond GPA to evaluate applicants.

How can admissions offices assess applicants on “noncognitive” factors, such as grit, perseverance, and determination? How will the traditional model of visiting highschools and college fairs change in the wake of a “new normal” centered around public health?

Download The Chronicle’s key takeaways report that summarizes a webinar hosted by The Chronicle examining how institutions can avoid pitfalls while revamping their admissions methods to create a more holistic view of students’ skills — and how the coronavirus pandemic may accelerate this process.