Here's How to Help Students' Futures in a Shifting College Admissions Landscape
Shereem Herndon-Brown
Education and Business Strategist, Writer, Award-Winning Author
High School Principals,
In an educational climate that has never been more competitive, dynamic, and frankly, daunting, the responsibility that rests on your shoulders - to guide, prepare, and propel your students toward their collegiate aspirations - has magnified exponentially.?
Are you fully equipped to navigate these turbulent waters??
Are your strategies evolving in tandem with the rapidly changing college admissions landscape?
Are you anchored in outdated practices that may no longer serve your students' best interests?
The Unyielding Surge in Competition
Consider this: the volume of college applications has surged by a staggering 40% since the 2019-20 academic year. With every passing cycle, the arena becomes increasingly crowded, transforming what was once a challenging journey into an arduous odyssey. The question looms large - are you doing enough to ensure your students stand out in this sea of applicants?
The Test-Optional Era: A Double-Edged Sword
The persistence of test-optional policies, while seemingly a boon, has paradoxically intensified the competition. Without standardized test scores as a differentiator, other elements of the application gain prominence. How adept are your college counselors at guiding your students in crafting compelling narratives, showcasing their unique talents, and demonstrating their potential contributions to prospective colleges?
The landscape is shifting beneath our feet. Affirmative action policies have vanished. Colleges seek alternatives to the personal essay. Legacy preferences are being curtailed. In such a fluid environment, resting on our laurels is not an option. It's imperative that we, as educators and mentors, continuously arm ourselves with the latest knowledge, strategies, and insights.
Let me help. I understand your challenges, and I am here to offer my support.