Who are the winners (and losers) in early admissions?
February 4, 2012 by Jacob Hawley
The democratization of the process has made applying for colleges tougher than ever for a surprising group of students.
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The democratization of the process has made applying for colleges tougher than ever for a surprising group of students.
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A survey ranks the schools with the worst freshmen retention rates. Cross your fingers you’re not on the list!
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Find out which Facebook features are getting the most use.
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What do colleges need to do to get students to cross the finish line?
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Enrollment of international students is plunging. Here’s why.
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After being taken to task for questionable recruiting policies, here’s how some for-profit colleges are switching tactics.
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The Department of Justice and four states have filed a massive civil lawsuit against this company. Do they have a case?
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While colleges are adapting to new tech, students have their own ideas on what the schools should use to communicate with them.
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A new study raises questions about the value of college according to men and women.
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What’s more important: grades or tests? This college’s experiments may have the answer.
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Now students and parents can check out the highest and lowest tuition rates. Do you know where your school ranks?
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Check out how this school’s new moniker netted boosted enrollment and graduation rates.
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Is this entrance exam worth the Scantron it’s printed on?
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Is there any value in the senior year of high school? Some educators don’t think so.
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A whistleblower suit against one of the major for-profit online universities just got some serious backup.
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More and more applicants are considering eco-conscious colleges. Here’s what they’re looking for.
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Interviewing students online could become the standard sooner than you think.
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The looming mass-retirement of the baby boomer generation will soon create a slew of vacant jobs – but will there be anyone around to fill them?
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Despite some stiff competition, it was a record-breaking admissions season for this Ivy League school.
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Find out why this college got its approval rescinded by multiple veterans’ affairs organizations.
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Check out how this college is integrating new tablet tech on its campus.
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While most colleges are reeling from ever-rising costs, one university found a way to drop its price tag. Here’s how:
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Wondering if standardized admissions tests really matter? Follow this school’s lead.
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A recent 1/3 plunge in applications is all part of this school’s master plan. Here’s why the school wants to drain its applicant pool.
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Early decision applications may have their advantages — but they’re not for everyone.
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A recent survey shows which colleges are hanging on to more students and which are falling behind.
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Family connections give applicants a major leg up over the competition. But is it fair?
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Here’s why an increasing number of public universities are pumping up their international recruitment strategies:
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As tuition in the U.S. skyrockets, some students are looking abroad for their education.
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Catholic schools are seeing a spike in Muslim students – but why?
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More schools are responding to budget pressures by stepping up international student recruitment. Check out these best practices.
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We all know the application essay plays a role in who gets the thick envelope and who doesn’t. Check out the advice given to prospective students to see if it rings true with you.
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Should adult learners get credit for life experience? Here’s why a growing number of colleges are answering “Yes.”
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Looking for ways to increase male enrollment at your school? Take these steps.
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More schools are responding to budget pressures by stepping up international student recruitment. Check out these best practices.
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