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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 2004
Page
9
College admissions weigh enthusiasm as shown by applicants who demonstrate strong interest via interviews visits and ongoing contact with colleges. Schools increasingly track demonstrated interest to boost yield influencing who is admitted and enrolled amid rising applications and the common app.
Twenty years ago the University of Pennsylvania drew many students who did not want to be there. Now Penn ranks No 4 in US News and World Report, with over 80 percent of admits choosing Penn and higher yield. The shift includes binding early decision, a Why Penn? essay, and an automated system tracking campus visits and interviews.
A tips filled note on college admissions from experts. It advises visiting campuses, contacting the admissions office, and following up with calls, while stressing respectful outreach and avoiding pestering. It mentions campus visits, campus screen processes, and reaching out via local counselors.
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