1. Inside the Admissions Office

2. Why SUNY?  Excellence & access  Opportunities  Diversity  Facilities  Tremendous value  Alumni connection

3. Questions We Hope to Answer  How does admissions staff review?  How does a student determine “fit?”  How/when, can/should a student express interest in a college?  How can an applicant improve his/her chances for admission?  Contacting the admissions office – when, how, how often, who.?

4. Visiting A Campus  Events  Individual appointment  Group Information Session  Tours

5. Application Options  Early Decision (ED)  Early Action (EA)  Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)  Special Talent

6. Application Review  Academic background and history  Engagement outside of class  Needs of the campus

7. The Decision!  When can I expect to hear?  Wait List  Fall applicant -- January admit  All admission decisions are provisional (your senior year matters)  Denial typically means “not now” vs. “never”

8. A Few Tips for Applicants…  Utilize campus admissions staff for questions  Don’t wait until the last minute to apply  Be aware of deadlines and requirements  Do well in your studies  Have fun, try new interests, explore

9. Questions?

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