What Are Colleges Looking For When Screening Students?

Many believed that to get accepted into the college of their choice all they have to do is study and get good grades. While this may have been true in years past, at present the requirements have changed. Colleges and no longer looking specifically at grades to determine who gain's acceptance into their institution. Many colleges are looking beyond grades to see if the student is well rounded. A well rounded student is one that has the ability and tenacity to handle the rigors of a college education?

When reviewing your application, the admissions committed is asking question like:

Will this student stay in our institution throughout their entire higher education tenure?

Is this student willing to engage in campus or community activities that will expose and enhance our campus environment?

Colleges and universities are looking beyond grades to see what type of courses, beyond the general curriculum requirements, did the student complete? They are also looking at the type of extra-curricular activities a student participates in. Many are looking at standardized test scores while others are looking at psychometric test scores. Many are looking for work and professional experience, i.e. has the student ever held a job? The may also ask "is the student personable and willing to interact with diverse cultures and populations?"

What every college and university is looking for is the well rounded student who is looking to achieve and succeed. In essence, each college and university is looking for the student that will make them look good. And if they know that that student is going to make them look good, they are willing to do whenever it takes to get that student to attend their institution. Once a student is accepted, the institution is willing to work with that student academically and financially to make sure that the student is able reach their goals. The institution will also make sure that that student has access to the required resources to insure that the best opportunities are made available both personally and professionally, leading to that students success.

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