Admissions
What is the first step in the admission process for a student interested in App State?
Apply through the common app
What is a common event where admissions counselors meet prospective students?
College fair
Name THREE types of professional development opportunities
Workshops/Seminars, Conferences/Conventions, Webinars, Education/certifications, in-house trainings.
Brenda's mom has called to inquire about the cost and awards for her daughter. What is the first step YOU take?
Send them to financial aid by providing email and phone number.
Name a time management tool that can be useful for admissions professionals
Google calendar
Name the most common admission application requirement?
Transcript OR Essay
Who manages our efforts in digital student recruitment?
Comms Team
Name three key items that define the purpose of professional development.
to support career growth, improve performance, and keep up with latest trends
Name FOUR financial aid opportunities available to students
grants, scholarships, loans, work-study
What is networking, and why is it important in admissions?
building professional relationships to share information and opportunities. It is important for collaboration, professional growth, and recruitment.
EA: deadline is Nov 1st, materials by Nov 15th. Priority for scholarships, honors college, etc.
RD: deadline is Feb 1st. materials by Nov 15th.
Name the TOP FOUR ANNUAL App State Campus events
Open House, Next Step: Appalachian, Inside: Appalachian, Mountaineer Fusion.
How did Brenda find her FIRST grant?
connecting with the office of diversity on App States campus
What is the difference between direct costs and indirect costs?
direct costs is EXACTLY what you will be billed for. indirect costs include estimated costs for other needs.
Name THREE essential communication skills for an admissions counselor?
Active listening, public speaking, written communication.
Name the FOUR different campus visit types
Group tour, self-guided tour, virtual tour, in-person family tour.
What does CRM stand for in the context of admissions? and which one does App State subscribe to?
Customer Relationship Management.; Slate
What is the LAST step to take in the professional development journey?
Present your takeaways and implement.
Name the TOP THREE Campus Scholarships Awarded to First Year Students who qualify?
Appalachian Excellence Scholarship, Chancellor Scholarship, ACCESS
What is ONE thing an instituion must do to achieve its goals efficiently?
collaborate, develop strategic plans, set clear objectives and goals, allocate resources, evaluate progress.
What is a holistic review in the context of college admission application review?
considers the whole applicant, including academic performance, extracurricular activities, personal background, and essays.
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How much time is recommended to engage in professional development related programs?
1 hr per day at 5 hrs per week.
Taylor was awarded the Chancellor Scholarship from App State. What SIX steps did she take that made her eligible AND how much is her award?
1.) Apply for admission by Nov 1st.
2.) Apply to honors college by Nov 15th
3.) Apply for chancellor scholarship within the honors college
4.) Respond to email invite for interview
5.) Attend interview
6.) Accept award by enrolling to App State in the amount of a full ride to app state.
What is App States FAFSA School Code?
002906