Harvard denies bias against Asian-Americans

BOSTON - Even though they bring stronger academic records than any other racial group, Asian-Americans who apply to Harvard University face the lowest acceptance rates, according to a study of admissions records filed by a group that's suing the school over alleged discrimination.

The group, Students for Fair Admissions, says Harvard routinely assigns lower scores to Asian-American students in subjective rating categories meant to measure attributes such as likability, courage and kindness, putting them at a major disadvantage compared to white students.

Edward Blum, a legal strategist who founded the group, issued a statement saying the filing "exposes the startling magnitude of Harvard's discrimination".