Robert Schaeffer

Robert Schaeffer is an American education researcher and advocate known for his work in college admissions fairness and educational transparency. He is the founder of the National Center for Fair & Open Testing (FairTest), an organization that promotes fair standardized testing practices and challenges the overuse of standardized tests in college admissions. Schaeffer emphasizes the importance of holistic evaluation methods that consider a student's full background and abilities rather than relying solely on test scores. His efforts aim to create a more equitable higher education system by advocating for access and diversity.