Enrollment Catalyst

JANUARY 22, 2024

The months of January and February are usually focused on school leaders asking parents to re-enroll for another year. However, just because a family is enrolled today, doesn’t mean that they will continue their enrollment next year. Parents continually reflect on their experience in your school and evaluate the decisions they’ve made. Over the years, I have written many blog posts and conducted several webinars and conference workshops on effective retention strategies.

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Ruffaloni

JANUARY 25, 2024

One of my colleagues asked me to plan a session for an upcoming conference called “Empowering Excellence: Trends Driving Innovation and Change in 2024.” As I sifted through all the data released last fall by IPEDS, National Student Clearinghouse, Open Doors, Council of Graduate Schools, and more, I arrived at five data-driven trends that institutions will likely have to take into account as they chart their course in 2024.

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Enrollment Catalyst

JANUARY 15, 2024

In the competitive world of private school admissions, effective follow-up with prospective parents is not just a courtesy, but a crucial aspect of a successful enrollment strategy. Your goal is to build a relationship, understand the family’s needs, and demonstrate how your school can meet them. The admissions process is more than just filling seats; it’s about building a relationship and determining the right-fit family.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 24, 2024

The new FAFSA form launched on Dec. 30 with a litany of issues. Some problems have since been resolved, but one remains without any workaround. The issue could potentially cause students with parents who are not U.S. citizens to lose out on state or institutional financial aid. There is no estimated timeline for when the issue will be resolved. The rollout of the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been rocky, but perhaps more so for U.S. students whose parents are eithe

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enrollmentFUEL

JANUARY 25, 2024

To rephrase Mark Twain, the reports of email's death have been greatly exaggerated—for now. It remains one of the most widely used marketing communication tools , especially when we talk about list marketing, which, in higher education, includes both the search strategy many of us employ to build up the top of the enrollment funnel, and any communication flows going to inquiries, applicants, or accepted students.

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ACM College Consulting

JANUARY 23, 2024

Unfortunately, deferrals are becoming more common than ever as universities are receiving record numbers of early applicants. Instead of deferring a select number of students who were not accepted, some universities are simply deferring all of them. Georgetown tells students explicitly on their website that if they are not admitted in Early Action, they will be deferred.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 9, 2024

What is a DO vs. MD? Learn the truth about how allopathic and osteopathic medical programs can impact your residency, career, and salary Learn the differences between DO vs. md Part 1: Introduction Part 2: DO vs. MD: Admissions questions Part 3: DO vs. MD: Residency and career questions Part 4: DO vs. MD: Where to apply - Part 1: Introduction There are countless articles online that will tell you the following: At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter whether you receive an MD vs. a DO degree.

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Enrollment Catalyst

JANUARY 7, 2024

First impressions are crucial in any marketing effort, but they hold particular significance in private school marketing. When parents and students consider a private school, they are not just looking for an institution; they are looking for a community that reflects their values, aspirations, and expectations. In private school marketing, first impressions are not just important, they are essential.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 30, 2024

Drew Johnston thought his education was a lost cause until he took a business course in a prison education program — the Next Phase Program. In addition to a business course, the Next Phase Program offers a course in welding. All participants in the program take courses that promote successful reentry and offer reentry resources and support services.

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enrollmentFUEL

JANUARY 25, 2024

Anyone working in the realm of Adult and Graduate recruitment knows that their biggest challenge is finding a good source of prospective students to fill the top of their recruitment funnel. Yet, unlike working with undergraduate traditional students, whose names are available for licensing in a number of ways, the students looking for continued education are harder to get in touch with.

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Ivy College Essay

JANUARY 21, 2024

Best Engineering Colleges in the US When it comes to pursuing a career in engineering, choosing the right college can be a crucial decision that shapes your academic journey and professional future. The United States boasts a plethora of esteemed institutions known for their excellence in engineering education. In this article, we will delve into the top 20 engineering colleges in the US, exploring their unique features, Ivy League distinction, college prep programs, and the competitive admissio

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Scoir

JANUARY 23, 2024

As a college admissions professional, you know your way around enrollment marketing tools. Especially this time of year, the pressure is on to maximize the tools you have.

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Colorado State University

JANUARY 18, 2024

Want to explore working with kids and helping create good humans of the world? Colorado State has academic options that can help you get experience with kids, research children and behavior, teach, and much more. Here are five majors to consider if you want a career that will keep you working with and for kids. #1. Early Childhood Education The Early Childhood Education major is housed within the College of Health and Human Sciences , and offers you a direct path to working with kids in their ea

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Enrollment Catalyst

JANUARY 28, 2024

February, the month symbolizing love, is an ideal time for private schools to launch a campaign that showcases the heartfelt connection between the school and its community. This Valentine’s-themed campaign is not just an opportunity to express appreciation but also a strategic move to enhance word-of-mouth marketing. Based on what I have seen implemented in schools, here’s how you can craft and implement this campaign with a focus on community sharing and online engagement. “Why We

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BestColleges

JANUARY 19, 2024

Mary Rasura, a senior at Florida Atlantic University, started OutFAU, a newspaper for the school's LGBTQ+ community, despite statewide legislation defunding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Rasura started the publication in partnership with OutSFL, a local weekly LGBTQ+ newspaper. The publication will be funded solely by advertising revenues.

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PrepScholar

JANUARY 29, 2024

SAT and ACT scores are common admission requirements for college. But what if I told you that you could get into a great school without taking either of these exams? Behold test-optional colleges. Colleges that are test optional don't require you to submit SAT or ACT scores but will consider them if submitted. In this guide, we'll explain what "test optional" means for different schools before providing you with a comprehensive list of test-optional colleges and universities in the US.

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Ivy College Essay

JANUARY 5, 2024

How to Transfer to Columbia University How to transfer to Columbia? Transferring to a college like Columbia is a hard yet rewarding undertaking. The process involves more than just maintaining a strong academic record; it requires the artful crafting of your Columbia transfer essays. Columbia’s transfer admissions process is notably competitive, and success hinges on presenting a compelling case for why you belong at the school.

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Estrela Consulting Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

It is pretty staggering as a parent of a high school student to visit a college website and see that the cost of attendance for ONE YEAR is more than what it likely cost for 4 years of college for us.

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Colorado State University

JANUARY 10, 2024

Want to see campus and get a feel for Colorado State University? You’re not alone. Visiting colleges is an important part of the college search process, and can help you make your decision in a myriad of ways. How big is the campus? What do the learning spaces look like for my future major? And, even the decisions we can’t put into words as easily: Does it “feel” right?

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College Transitions

JANUARY 24, 2024

In the early 1990s, the University of Pennsylvania was struggling to keep up with their fellow Ivy League universities and found themselves frequently relegated to “back-up plan” status among the nation’s top students. Their institution’s location in less-than-idyllic West Philadelphia and the “sounds like a state school” name contributed to their relative woes.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 30, 2024

A Harvard-based study says high standardized test scores equate to greater academic success at Ivy-Plus colleges. By contrast, high school GPAs have less predictive power. Most highly selective colleges remain temporarily test-optional. Emphasizing test scores can impede efforts to maintain economic and racial diversity. When the COVID-19 pandemic upended higher education in 2020, one of the monumental changes was the widespread suspension of standardized testing.

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PrepScholar

JANUARY 28, 2024

Are you scoring in the 600-750 range on SAT Math? Do you want to raise that score as high as possible—to a perfect 800? Getting to an 800 SAT Math score isn't easy. It'll require perfection. But with hard work and my strategies below, you'll be able to do it. I've scored 800 on Math on all my SATs, and I know what it takes. Follow my advice, and you'll get a perfect score—or get very close.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 22, 2024

Learn about the ways in which medical schools consider the prestige of your undergraduate institution when making admissions decisions DOES COLLEGE PRESTIGE MATTER IN MEDICAL SCHOOL ADMISSIONS? in short, Yes. but it’s not everything. Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Where students at top medical schools did their undergrad Part 3: What do medical schools look for?

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 15, 2024

More and more, college admissions is becoming a game. The days when kids simply submitted applications and waited for a response based on the merits of their application are long gone. As colleges and universities act more and more like businesses, they demand more than just an application from their prospects. They want demonstrated interest from the student.

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ACM College Consulting

JANUARY 18, 2024

Choosing the right college is a monumental decision, and while the traditional campus visit is definitely the best option, it is not always possible. Working with international students, I have many families who are not able to make the trip to the US to tour campuses before making their college decision. Often, even if a student does have the opportunity to tour colleges, they don’t have the time or financial resources to visit all of the schools on their college list.

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College Transitions

JANUARY 21, 2024

Do you dream of a school known for its academic rigor, where excellence is prized and the faculty is top-notch? Perhaps you also dream of sunny skies, mild temperatures, and a lush, scenic campus. If so, you might be looking to attend a Southern Ivy. If you’ve never heard this term, don’t worry—you’re in luck.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 26, 2024

Students at Spelman College restarted The Blueprint after a seven-year publishing hiatus. The Blueprint, formerly published online only, now also offers print copies thanks to the ReNews Project, an organization that helps historically Black institutions revive their student newspapers. The ReNews Project covers all costs related to restarting student newspapers and provides advising and advertising consulting.

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road2college

JANUARY 9, 2024

The benefits of preparing academically for the SAT and ACT are obvious, but many students and families underestimate the importance. The post Use These 5 Key SAT/ACT Tips on Test Day appeared first on Road2College.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 22, 2024

Learn when and how to send these two types of update letters to get off the waitlist and into your dream school Part 1: Introduction to medical school letters of intent and letters of interest Part 2: Letter of intent vs. letter of interest Part 3: Medical school letter of intent and letter of interest examples Part 4: Frequently asked questions - Part 1: Introduction to medical school letters of intent and letters of interest You can find countless articles online discussing how to write a grea

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2024

Although there has been some variability, more students are applying Early Decision or Restrictive Early Action to highly selective colleges resulting in even lower admission rates. Here is a summary of early admissions statistics for the Class of 2028. Ivy League Universities Brown University Admitted 898 students Early Decision out of 6,244 applicants for a 14% admission rate. 19% of admitted ED students are the first in their families to attend college and 12% are international students.

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Scoir

JANUARY 31, 2024

We live in a society that is inherently destination-oriented. We’re constantly considering our next step, big or small. This becomes even more apparent when guiding a child through their college search and application process.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 8, 2024

Why and How to Talk to a College Prep Advisor Online It’s no secret that the college admissions process is long and mind-bogglingly complicated. If you’ve decided to seek independent help to guide you through the process, you’re not alone! In today’s digital world, one great option is working with a college prep advisor online. Once you’ve decided to go this direction, you may be left wondering how to talk to a college prep advisor online.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 23, 2024

Several colleges have eliminated liberal arts and humanities programs in response to budget cuts and student preferences. Other colleges have integrated the humanities with pre-professional majors, offering students experiential learning opportunities. The number of majors in the liberal arts has declined over the past half-century. A national grant program aims to reposition the liberal arts and humanities as central to the general education curriculum.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JANUARY 10, 2024

Reading Time: 7 minutes Although 2024 has only just begun, if you’ve already set your recruitment objectives, now is the ideal moment to contemplate the strategies you’ll be putting into action for the year ahead. For schools that haven’t started using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system tailored for the educational industry, this might be one of the strategies you might want to consider this year.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2024

Learn how the best liberal arts colleges prepare their students for med school and determine if this is the right premed education for you identifying the best liberal arts colleges for medical school can help set your child up for success as a premed Part 1: Introduction Part 2: What is a liberal arts college? Part 3: The best liberal arts colleges for medical school Part 4: What medical schools should a liberal arts student apply to?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JANUARY 4, 2024

My son is 15 and learning to drive. Sitting (squirming/ praying) in the car with a new driver has brought back some incredibly vivid 30-year-old memories from my driver’s education experience. Our county offered this class at the district level. So, as sophomores we’d load the bus and head off to a joint facility shared by multiple high schools. After a month or two in rudimentary simulators, we finally hit the roads.

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Scoir

JANUARY 16, 2024

We’ve met with admissions leaders to discuss how they're navigating the changes in the recruitment process as part of the Inside College Admissions podcast. We heard from a range of colleges from large public universities to small private liberal arts colleges. Here are the key messages we heard. To hear more, click on each linked episode below.

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