I learned that the admissions process is important. The more prospective students get to experience being in the school, the better. This includes tours, classroom sessions, and hands-on experiences. We were able to implement Preorientation with our students and noticed a difference. Additionally, creating a profile of the qualities of successful students can help admissions identify strong candidates who can be successful in the program. Collecting this data can be helpful for the students and the admissions team to address questions and concerns. Moving forward, I think we will create a set schedule for Preorientations and possibly information sessions. Collaborating with faculty and graduates to learn the core traits of a successful student will also be important moving forward.
Comment on Jennifer Castillo's post: When do you take the time to interview?
A checklist and/or questionnaire helps Admissions customize the interview process and allows the candidate to decide whether their program of interest is a true lifestyle and career fit from the outset. I absolutely agree that retention begins in Admissions. When the program of interest is the right one a prospective student's interest and commitment will grow as they learn and experience more about their new profession. When we begin with the end in mind, specifically graduation and employment, students remain more resilient throughout the inevitable ups and downs of their academic program.
I have learned that retention starts during the admissions process. I have also learned that if a student has more exposure to the school, staff, hands-on experience, and school catalog, they will have a better understanding of the school expectations. They will also have a self-assessment whether the school is the right choice for them to pursue.
The greater the understanding of a course and a potential career in a topic, the greater chance the prospective students have of completing the course and being successful.
I will be prepared for the new student and make sure they understand the expectations.
I will be prepared for the new student and make sure they understand the expectations.
Taking the time to ask the right questions and learn about the prospective student is very important to ensure that the student is a right fit for the educational programs and that the college is right for the prospective student.
The more information for the student that is available at the admissions process, the more likely they sill succeed and finish education.
Las mejores estrategias de retención las desarrollamos desde el proceso inicial de admision, es importante conocer cada aspecto de la institución para brindar la información adecuada.
Con la retención podemos ver el esfuerzo que realiza la institución educativa para mantener al alumno fiel a la marca, reduciendo las tasas de abandono de los estudiantes.
En mi opinión, el proceso de admisión es clave para la retención estudiantil. No se trata solo de vender la institución, sino de informar detalladamente sobre cada uno de los procesos que experimentará el futuro estudiante. Cuanto más informado esté el posible estudiante, mejor será para la continuidad de sus estudios.
He aprendido que es muy importante equipar al estudiante con todas las herramientas e información necesaria desde antes de que empiece su primera materia. Ofrecer una explicación completa de los diversos programas disponibles en la escuela y las perspectivas profesionales asociadas al título puede aumentar considerablemente las probabilidades de éxito de cada estudiante.
In the same way that faculty and staff retention begin in the onboarding process, we need to recognize that student retention begins in the enrollment process. It's important that the enrollment staff (Admissions / FA) draw out and repeatedly reference the student's compelling reason for enrolling and instill in them the belief that with their engagement, our school can help them realize their career goals and satisfy that compelling reason to seek education.
It is equally important that Admissions staff communicates a profile of each student to the Education department so that we can keep the messaging consistent as they encounter barriers to their continued enrollment.
I learned that spending time with prospective clients exploring the career and the students understanding is vital. Ensuring that the student understands the job description and that is what they want.
I will ensure educating the student in the beginning via visual and other methods for better understanding.
Giving students the tools to be successful before they start classes includes information during the admissions process. I go over the catalog with new students during orientation, and I include a segment on how to be successful in college, but geared towards my student population. I also include the support system we have, and the processes we have that involve student retention.
The more involvement - i.e., showing the prospective student the school, its staff, faculty, etc. along with activities and general environment, the more likely the student will have a better start along with feelings of comfortability and confidence.
Retention can be seen as early as the admissions process and by taking steps such as a quick survey can assist with ensuring their interest in the program fits their expectations. It also allows staff from early on, keep the interest peaked.
Retention of students begins with the admission process. Using a rating scale and self checks are both good ways to evaluate . The more information a person is given.The more likely they are to succeed.
I have learned that it is important to provide the student with all the tools and information to allow them to be successful. Retention starts with the beginning of the process and it's important to review the check list with them.
