Teege Matel discusses college readiness, emphasizing student-centered admissions, financial aid opportunities, and the importance of exploring various college types.
Highlights
Teege Matel has 18+ years in college admissions.
Many private colleges offer significant scholarships.
Leading Colleges focuses on student-centered institutions.
Understanding financial fit is crucial for families.
Early conversations about college costs help manage expectations.
Exploring diverse college types aids in finding the right fit.
Awards celebrate colleges committed to student success.
Key Insights
Understanding Admissions: Admissions counselors aim to support students, not just filter them out. Their goal is to find students who are the right fit, fostering an encouraging environment.
Financial Aid Awareness: Families should explore the financial aid landscape early, as many smaller colleges can be more affordable than public universities, contrary to common belief.
Value of Leading Colleges: Leading Colleges highlights institutions that prioritize student experiences and outcomes, promoting lesser-known but impactful colleges to families and counselors.
Importance of Fit: Academic, social, and financial fits are essential in choosing a college. Families need to engage in open discussions to align expectations and preferences.
Proactive Financial Discussions: Initiating conversations about college costs early helps students set realistic expectations and avoid financial strain when making their college choices.
Exploration is Key: Encouraging students to visit various types of colleges helps them understand their preferences and make informed decisions about their future.
Celebrating Excellence: Awards for colleges that excel in student-centered practices serve to elevate their visibility and encourage similar institutions to adopt effective recruitment and retention strategies.
About Teege:
Long-time admissions professional, Teege recently published The Admissions Counselor Malaise about the staff morale crisis. He co-host The Admissions Directors Lunchcast and founded Leading Colleges – a consortium of student-centered colleges that you might not have heard of.
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