When it comes to the college admissions process, it’s important to demonstrate your interest to specific colleges on your list. With so many kids applying to so many schools, colleges need a way to be able to identify and admit students who will enroll if accepted.
Understanding Demonstrated Interest can give you an advantage.
Colleges use the term “demonstrated interest” to measure how many ways and how often you have shown engagement with them. Colleges want to be loved and need to know if you are serious about them. Many colleges will track and measure your demonstrated interest. Use your engagement as a strategic advantage; it can actually improve your chances of getting in. When you love a college, make sure to communicate your interest to the college – and that means doing more than just sending in your application. Check out these 7 easy ways to show your favorite colleges some love!
Demonstrated Interest In College
Admission officers track your interactions with their college as a way to measure your enthusiasm and likelihood that you will attend. Consider this a courtship.
1. Open Your E-Mails
Colleges are checking and you will know if you don’t
2. Start a Conversation
Register for newsletters, sign up for an interview, send thank-you notes
3. Visit Campus
Show up, sign in, and take a tour; write down your tour guide’s name (and give them a shout out in your thank-you note)
4. Chat Up Your Local Rep
Google your local admission rep’s name, visit them at college fairs, and meet them at your High School
5. Get Social
Engage the college on social media; check out their Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.
6. Write Like You’re In Love
Convince them in your supplemental essay that their college is your number one love
7. Apply For Early Admission
This is how you show your ultimate love (just be sure!)
