In this article, the author asks members of the honors community to interrogate the way they narratively frame honors experiences so that these constructs are as inclusive as possible. Employing admissions practices that do not disadvantage students from underrepresented backgrounds is crucial, but also essential is that they do not…

A study to investigate whether admission personnel actually read letters received from prospective students and responded accordingly, or merely followed a set program--sending material they deemed essential regardless of specific requests for information--is discussed. (MLW)

Information wanted by college catalog readers was determined from a questionnaire in which 232 respondents rated as "essential,""useful," or of "no interest" each of 121 items. Forty-four items rated essential by at least 60 percent of the respondents are listed along with a statistical summary of all responses. (LBH)

This is the first prospectus of the Open University which will begin operating in January 1971. University governance, policy, and philosophy are discussed in the introduction. The remainder of the prospectus is devoted to: (1) degrees and diplomas offered by the University; (2) the undergraduate program; (3) a syllabus of foundation courses; (4)…

Describes fundamental guideposts for an effective private school admissions program. Included are a clear statement of purpose, informative literature, clearly stated admission requirements, standardized testing, a cooperative faculty, image positioning and a recruiting plan. (RC)

A FIPSE-sponsored National Task Force on Better Information for Student Choice identified three broad areas of information needs: costs and financial aid; academic offerings and requirements; and the outcomes or results of attendance. These are discussed in terms of graduate programs within the pharmaceutical sciences. (LBH)

This brochure is written for students considering graduate work in physics or related fields such as astronomy, biophysics, and applied physics. It also provides some information for physics undergraduates who plan on pursuing postbaccalaureate studies in the fields of engineering, medicine, law, and other professions that attract significant…

This catalog and career decision guide provides information for students on the programs and services offered by Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC) for 1985-86 and 1986-87. After introductory material provides information on admissions and the college calendar for 1985-86 and 1986-87, a history of the college and its educational philosophy…

Application materials (catalogs, application forms, financial aid information, supplemental and decision-making information) from 64 library schools were analyzed to determine kinds of information they provide for prospective students. Fewer than half of schools contacted provided students with sufficient information (as defined by author) to make…

Tested is the hypothesis that admission offices of colleges offering two-year degrees will be less likely to reflect a marketing orientation in their responses to prospective students than colleges and universities offering more advanced degrees. Information sent by 858 institutions of higher education to potential students is described and…

This study of differential opportunities for men and women graduate students was undertaken for several reasons: (1) to help reach a consensus on a proper and operational definition of sex discrimination in graduate schools; (2) to turn the debate over sex discrimination toward efforts to document quantitatively the allegations previously…

In cooperation with Maryland's public and private postsecondary educational institutions, the Maryland Council for Higher Education provides this publication to disseminate information on admissions requirements, tuition and required fees, program offerings, and student financial assistance available to Maryland residents. It is published annually…

The Maryland State Board for Higher Education publishes this annual report to disseminate information on admission's requirements, tuition and fees, program offerings, and financial aid available to Maryland citizens seeking educational opportunities beyond high school. It provides a description of state and federal financial aid programs, the…

This handbook presents admission policies that apply systemwide at all 22 campuses of the California State University. Fifty-eight key points are set out under headings including: admission requirements for first-time freshmen; honors courses; advanced standing credit; college preparatory subject requirements; waiver of foreign language…

A plan to elevate Tuskegee Institute's Department of Business to a School of Business was developed. The study population included deans of four four-year institutions that had accredited schools of business. Twenty major issues and research questions were addressed, including: (1) whether the objectives of the business unit were clearly stated in…