By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions Services3 minute readIt was looking/sounding like your school was one of their top choices, but in the end, they decided to go elsewhere. Now what? Should you just move on, or is it beneficial to try and figure out the why behind a student’s …
No More Just “Checking In”
By Jeremy Tiers, Senior Director of Admissions Services2 minute readLast week during a monthly training workshop for a college in New York, one of the things we discussed was the importance of being more intentional whenever you reach out to prospective students.A lot of admissions …
Don’t Make The Wrong Assumption
By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions Services3 minute readHere’s an assumption that a lot of colleges, universities, and admissions counselors are currently making when it comes to their admitted student population. They believe this group of students has everything they need to make …
Casual Questions Get You A Better Response
By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions Services1 minute read“A lot of students have been telling me they’re worried about making the wrong decision. How do you feel when you think about picking your college <First Name>?”If you haven’t asked your admitted students that …
Don’t Miss This Important Communication Tip
By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions Services2 minute readOne of the biggest things I’ve talked about over the years is the importance of asking students (as well as parents and family members) direct and intentional questions. This should happen regularly during all stages of the …