Describes a model, developed by the Educational Studies Division at Marian College of Fond du Lac, for recruiting minority students for the teaching profession. Provides a step-by-step outline for early intervention programs that can be used by schools or colleges to encourage more underrepresented students to enroll in college, regardless of…

There are a variety of ways in which governing boards and board members can help create opportunities for successful enrollment management, through institutional policy, personal action, or support of faculty efforts. (MSE)

A study of applicants to an urban public university investigated the effect of scholarship size on attendance and persistence, impact of scholarship students on the school, and potential effects of different distributions of scholarship funds. Results suggest institutions using large scholarships should examine yield and persistence rates. (MSE)

In 1991 the Department of Justice brought an antitrust action against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and eight Ivy League colleges and universities for participating in a financial aid disbursement scheme. Argues that antitrust laws should apply only if competition among nonprofit organizations tends to enhance efficiency and consumer…

A study investigated the importance to 578 applicants of various benefits offered by a moderately selective private university. Applicants rated the institution on 43 academic, social, financial, religious, and curricular attributes. The objective was to test the efficacy of one approach to college market segmentation. Results support the utility…

The 1989 California Medical School Matching Program pilot study illustrated that the technical aspects of a matching program for medical school applicants can be successful, paralleling the current admission process to a reasonable degree. The process is designed to solve the problem of multiple acceptance within an applicant pool. (Author/MSE)

Discusses the proliferation of college guides for prospective students and describes and evaluates 11 guides that address the opportunities in higher education for the older student, minorities and women, Christian and Jewish students, and students with special needs. (eight references) (LRW)

Equating error was estimated using the same test with three linear equating methods in three paradigms--single-link equating; circular equating through a chain; and pseudo-circular equating, in which a test is equated to itself through equating chains. Over 31,000 Psychometric Entrance Test scores of college applicants in Israel were analyzed.…

Brings to life a portrait of students who are recovering from psychological troubles, chemical dependencies, and/or instances of physical assault to illustrate how these students can benefit the college/university to which they apply, while also reaping benefits from the institution. (Author/NB)

Companies specializing in college recruitment are building databases to predict the persistence and success rates of college applicants and to help design recruiting and admission strategies. The field began two decades ago, when admissions deans with good reputations began consulting. Many of these companies provide other services, such as…

Ontario university admission data for 1983-93 were analyzed for evidence of high school grade inflation and grade-enhancement practices in response to increased competition for university admission. Results show only a moderate increase in entering grades, and suggest that grade inflation must be distinguished from changes reflecting demographic…

"U.S. News & World Report" has published a ranking of the top 50 MBA programs since 1990. Today, there are more than a half dozen different rankings of MBA programs and they are so popular and powerful, that prospective students, alumni, legislators, college presidents, deans, and admissions officers wait with bated breath to see where their…

This practicum was designed so that high school seniors would have the opportunity to apply for and receive scholarships to further their education. A strategic plan was organized to increase the awareness of the available scholarships, grants, and financial aid of high school seniors. Activities included: soliciting business donations; publishing…

This 24th annual study of application and enrollment patterns of transfer students within the State University of New York (SUNY) during Fall 1993, was conducted in response to the demand for information on the inter-campus mobility of students attending SUNY institutions. The study used an analysis of the higher education backgrounds of transfer…

This guide for students interested in studying at Mexican universities covers 50 universities including all state universities, the National University of Mexico, as well as a representative selection of the leading private universities. Introductory material provides a brief history of Mexico, a discussion of differences from and similarities to…