Compliance says that you are not to talk about other schools, negatively or otherwise. But how does that play out in real life? A prospective student came in this morning and was looking at one of our programs. He started talking about the fact that he is looking at other schools for the same type of program. I told him, "That's fine, I encourage you to check out all your options. You need to be able to make the right decision for your specific situation." I then continued with my presentation and answering their questions. He had his father with him. Part way through they asked a question about the other school. My comment was, "I don't know anything about that school. You would have to call or meet with them to find out." They pressed me a second time, at which point I said, " I apologize, but I really do not know anything about that school. You would have to check with them."
I can tell you that with me, it works in real life. I do not back down and actually encourage them to check out all their possibilities, if they start asking about other schools.
