The organizational/structural component of diversity in higher education recently has been described as a central aspect of the campus racial climate. This dimension refers to the core structures, the [Page 1635]policies, and the decision-making processes that guide the day-to-day business of colleges and universities. Examples of the organizational/structural dimension of campus climate include institutional definitions of merit; decisions regarding the curriculum, faculty hiring, and tenure policies; admissions policies and practices; budget and resource allocations; and other organizational decision-making policies and practices. This entry provides a broad overview of the organizational context for promoting diversity in higher education and the importance of considering these issues in striving to create inclusive campus racial climates.