Elite US universities are incorporating the “disagreement question” in student applications to assess their ability to handle differing opinions. As affirmative action declines and political scrutiny rises, this shift aims to reward civility and intellectual flexibility. However, concerns linger about favoring privileged applicants and the impact on fairness in elite admissions. Platforms like Schoolhouse.world are also evaluating students’ civil debate skills, sparking debates on the real intentions behind these new practices.