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Peer reviewedGarrett, C. Joanne; Garrett, Larry N. – College and University, 1986
A systems analysis-based process of structured observation is proposed as a means of describing and determining the value of college admissions and records program procedures. The process involves data collection, interviews of the personnel responsible for specific procedures, diagramming the system, and observation. A sample case is presented.…
Descriptors: Admissions Officers, College Admission, Diagrams, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedSussman, Herbert M.; And Others – College and University, 1982
A panel discussion between a chancellor and two presidents, with audience questions, focuses on the admissions officer's role in meeting changing circumstances: declining enrollment, changing student body, changing expectations, higher education's role as a change agent, and limited funds. (MSE)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Administrator Role, Admissions Officers, College Role
Peer reviewedCollege and University, 1980
Proceedings of the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers which relate to office management are summarized, including: calendars, commencement procedures, publications, records, registration, reports, scheduling, staffing, testing, transcripts, and certificates. Names and institutions of…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Admissions Officers, College Admission, Commencement Ceremonies
Peer reviewedBailey, Robert L. – College and University, 1980
Three major constraints on admissions and records offices in the next decade--enrollment stabilization or decline, technological improvements, and steady-state funding--will have the greatest effect on staff, faculty, administration, and students. Appropriate planning in these three areas can serve to bolster the entire academic system. (MSE)
Descriptors: Admissions Officers, College Administration, Cost Effectiveness, Enrollment Trends
Peer reviewedElam, Carol L.; And Others – College and University, 1994
A qualitative investigation of the conduct and content of medical school admission interviews found that differences in the 10 interviewers' perceptions of the purpose and structure of the interview varied according to their professional background and amount of experience with the admissions process. (MDM)
Descriptors: Administrator Characteristics, Admission Criteria, Admissions Officers, College Admission
Peer reviewedCollege and University, 1977
The registrar-admissions officer and his role were discussed at AACRAO's 63rd annual meeting. Also included in this session was a report of the AACRAO Salary Survey. (LBH)
Descriptors: Administrator Responsibility, Administrators, Admission (School), Admissions Officers
Peer reviewedCollege and University, 1979
Proceedings from the Sixth Annual Meeting of the Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers that pertain to office management are summarized including: calendars; commencement procedures; publications; records; registration; reports; scheduling; staffing; testing; transcripts; and certificates. Names and addresses of conference…
Descriptors: Administration, Administrators, Admission (School), Admissions Officers
Peer reviewedKuo, Raymond; Ghosh, Sumit – College and University, 1997
Presents a model of the admissions process for a bachelor's degree engineering program at Brown University. The study used key nonfinancial-aid related criteria to develop student profiles and then correlated admissions decisions with applicant profiles to test admissions officer bias. Results indicated that admissions officer bias plays a strong…
Descriptors: Admission (School), Admission Criteria, Admissions Officers, Bachelors Degrees
Peer reviewedCollege and University, 1981
Proceedings of the 67th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers which relate to office management and organization and procedures in the office are summarized. Names and institutions of conference participants are included. (MSE)
Descriptors: Admissions Officers, College Administration, Commencement Ceremonies, Conferences
Peer reviewedThelin, John R. – College and University, 1979
Misconceptions regarding the work of college admissions officers and the role of admissions in expanding access to education prompted this review of applied research in college admissions. Focus is on two areas of research and evaluation: college staff visits to schools and college choice decisions made by applicants who were offered admission.…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Admissions Counseling, Admissions Officers, College Admission
Peer reviewedHaid, William R. – College and University, 1995
Younger employees in school admissions and records offices wishing to advance within the organization are encouraged to distinguish themselves, find a specialty, focus on customer relations, communicate expectations in leadership situations, keep priorities straight, embrace change and cultivate flexibility, keep integrity intact, and develop a…
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrator Education, Admissions Officers, Career Development
Direct linkNelson, C. Van; Nelson, Jacquelyn S.; Malone, Bobby G. – College and University, 2004
This study analyzed the retention and completion rates of international students seeking a master's degree at an American university. Records of 866 international students from 1987-2002 were investigated. Of these, 622 graduated, 92 dropped out of the program, and 152 are still active. Predictor variables analyzed to determine retention to degree…
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Predictor Variables, Foreign Students, Masters Degrees
Peer reviewedBucci, Frank A. – College and University, 1971
Descriptors: Administrator Evaluation, Admission (School), Admissions Officers, Fringe Benefits
Peer reviewedYoung, D. Parker – College and University, 1978
Consumerism on campus refers to whether the school's publicized policies, such as fees and graduation requirements, are upheld. When contractual arrangement between student and institution is violated either student dismissal or judicial relief against the school may be pursued. Several civil rights cases are cited. (SW)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Admission (School), Admissions Officers, Civil Rights
Peer reviewedPhelps, M. Overton – College and University, 1984
A university director of admissions's visit to high schools for military dependents in West Germany is described. The trip was made to encourage college application among dependent students and to assist them in receiving further information from the colleges of their choice. (MSE)
Descriptors: Admissions Officers, Armed Forces, College Admission, College Applicants
