CEC College Admissions & Transition Planning Flashcards
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Which transition milestone should a high school junior prioritize in the spring semester?
Answer: Researching college options and creating a preliminary list
Junior spring is the ideal time to research colleges, visit campuses, and build a preliminary list before senior year application deadlines arrive.
A student receives an Early Decision acceptance. Which of the following obligations applies?
Answer: The student must notify all other colleges immediately and enroll
Early Decision is a binding commitment—if accepted, the student must withdraw all other applications and enroll at that school.
What is 'yield' in the context of college admissions?
Answer: The percentage of accepted students who choose to enroll
Yield is the percentage of admitted students who ultimately enroll, and colleges use this metric to manage class size and evaluate their appeal.
Which of the following best describes a 'gap year' in college transition planning?
Answer: A structured year of experience between high school graduation and college enrollment
A gap year is an intentional break after high school during which students pursue travel, work, volunteering, or other experiences before beginning college.
When should a student ideally request letters of recommendation from high school teachers?
Answer: At the end of junior year or beginning of senior year
Requesting recommendations at the end of junior year or start of senior year gives recommenders adequate time to write thoughtful, detailed letters before fall deadlines.
What is the primary purpose of a 'demonstrated interest' strategy in college admissions?
Answer: To signal genuine enthusiasm for a college, which some schools factor into admissions decisions
Some colleges track demonstrated interest (campus visits, emails, interviews) as part of admissions review, using it as a signal that accepted students are likely to enroll.