244. Lafayette College - Dysean Alexander - Assistant Director of Admissions

The College Admissions Process Podcast

🎓 In this episode of "The College Admissions Process Podcast," we dive deep into Lafayette College's offerings with Dysean Alexander, Assistant Director of Admissions. Dysean shares his love for Lafayette College and highlights distinctive academic offerings, programs that set it apart along with so much more such as:

📚 Liberal Arts Integration: Discover how Lafayette integrates liberal arts principles into its curriculum and the advantages this approach offers to students.

🏫 Vibrant Campus Life: Explore Lafayette's commitment to community and engagement, boasting a remarkable 91% retention rate, and learn about opportunities for students outside the classroom.

📝 Application Review Process: Dysean walks us through Lafayette's application review process, while providing one of the most comprehensive responses emphasizing key factors considered by the admissions committee.

📊 Test Scores and Admission: Understand Lafayette's stance on standardized test scores in the application process and the percentage of students accepted without submitting scores.

🎓 Standout Application Tips: Get valuable advice on making applications stand out and learn about common mistakes or misconceptions to avoid.

🤝 Support Services: Explore the support services Lafayette offers to ensure student success, including accommodations for students with IEP or 504 plans.

🏈 Aspiring Student Athletes: Dysean discusses the application process for student athletes and offers advice on effectively communicating sports intentions during college applications.

📝 Top Advice: Dysean shares three top pieces of advice for students and parents preparing for the college process.

🎙️ Listen in to gain valuable insights into Lafayette College's admissions process and discover what makes it a unique and enriching educational experience.🧑‍🎓

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What We Look for", is a peek into our admissions process and what students can expect. https://admissions.lafayette.edu/what-we-look-for/

"Living on Campus", breakdown the on-campus housing, but also campus groups, living support, traditions, and even highlights of Easton, PA! https://campuslife.lafayette.edu/living-on-campus/

News/Stories on what our current students, faculty, and community are up to; https://news.lafayette.edu/

Visit opportunities. We offer tons of on-campus and virtual ways for prospective students and families to explore Lafayette; https://admissions.lafayette.edu/admissions-visits/

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