Today we've published a report that looks at the link between family income and likelihood of success in applying to top universities. Speakers for Schools

It finds the odds firmly stacked in favour of applicants from more affluent backgrounds.... 1/3

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A young person from an affluent area is 6x more likely to get into a top university than a young person from a disadvantaged area.

And it's not all about the grades... 2/3

Unequal access to work experience, enrichment activities & support is further disadvantaging the less well-off.

The answer isn't a race to the bottom - to say these things shouldn't count. But instead extend and fund access to great experiences for all 3/3 #workexperienceforall