What are the core categories that colleges use when determining AA criteria in admissions decisions?

What are the core categories that colleges use when determining AA criteria in admissions decisions?

 Discuss arguments “For” and arguments “Against” AA in college admissions decisions.

 What are some of the rating or point scales colleges use when using AA in admissions decisions?

 Based on your research, and your own opinion, answer the question, “Should affirmative action policies based on minority status, be eliminated? Why or why not?