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University of Illinois System Partners with One Million Degrees to Boost Community College Transfer Rates

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The new partnership builds upon Illinois' existing transfer infrastructure, which includes the Illinois Articulation Initiative and guaranteed transfer admission pathways.

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Financial Aid Timeline for High School Seniors

Great College Advice

Recheck Those Deadlines If you’re applying for regular decision or rolling admission, make sure you submit your FAFSA and CSS Profile according to your schools’ deadlines. Check Your FAFSA Submission Summary As of the 2024-2025 college admissions cycle, what was known as the Student Aid Report is now called the FAFSA Submission Summary.

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Applicants have spoken. Will colleges listen? 

University Business

The findings could be an effective blueprint for institutions looking to better attract and engage with students during the recruitment, admissions and enrollment journey. In addition, each of these support areas should have clear instructions on the next steps for the admissions and enrollment process.

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Enrollment Strategies and the Evolving Expectations of Students in 2024

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

As senior director of admissions at Archer Education, I’ve seen firsthand that today’s learners demand more than just a degree; they seek a flexible, engaging, and relevant educational experience that aligns with their personal and professional goals. Ask yourself these questions: What are the current pain points of our admissions process?

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Consolidating touch points for retention

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Image: One-stop services are not new to higher education. For decades, colleges have consolidated many of their admissions and enrollment services functions under a single umbrella office—including, but not limited to, the bursar, the registrar, the cashier’s office and financial aid.

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University of Dayton, Sinclair CC share students

Confessions of a Community College Dean

“UD Sinclair Academy students have access to co-curricular experiences at both institutions, including access to student organizations, employment, career services, campus recreation and intramurals, and much more at UD,” Thompson adds.

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Higher Ed Email Campaigns: How to Create Emails Students Want to Read

HEMJ (Higher Ed Marketing Journal)

Additionally, you should leverage automation tools to trigger emails based on the student’s specific actions or milestones, such as when they request information, apply for admission, or register for classes. Relevance to Individual Needs Students have unique goals and interests at different stages of their academic journey.