Inside the Admissions Office SUNY COLLEGE FAIR Inside

Inside the Admissions Office SUNY COLLEGE FAIR! Inside the Admissions Office

Inside the Admissions Office Why SUNY? § § § Excellence & access Opportunities Diversity Facilities Tremendous value Alumni connection

Inside the Admissions Office Questions We Hope to Answer § How does admissions staff review? § How does a student determine “fit? ” § How/when, can/should a student express interest in a college? § How can an applicant improve his/her chances for admission? § Contacting the admissions office – when, how often, who?

Inside the Admissions Office Visiting Campus § Events § Individual appointment § Group Information Session § Tours

Inside the Admissions Office Application Options § Early Decision (ED) § Early Action (EA) § Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) § Special Talent

Inside the Admissions Office Application Review § Courses taken in high school and grades § Test Scores (SAT, ACT, AP, IB, College Courses) § Personal Statement § Letters of Recommendation

Inside the Admissions Office The Decision! When can I expect to hear? Wait List Fall applicant - January admit All admission decisions are provisional (your senior year matters) § Denial typically means “not now” vs. “never” § §

Inside the Admissions Office § § § A Few Tips for Applicants… Utilize campus admissions staff for questions Don’t wait until the last minute to apply Be aware of deadlines and requirements Check your email and your colleges’ portals Finish high school strong Do not stress

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