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2025 International ACAC Conference Sessions

Admissions Dilemma: Balancing Competitiveness With a Positive Applicant Experience

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM–12:15 PM EDT
SH 305
Session Description

Universities are struggling with increasing application volumes and competition levels whilst counsellors are striving to manage student and parent expectations in an ever-demanding world that expects instant information and results.

A case study of key admissions challenges at the University of Edinburgh and Yale University with insights from Tanglin Trust School, Singapore, about managing expectations of applicants and their parents when applying to selective university programmes.

The session will include an open discussion where universities admissions staff and school counselling staff can discuss admissions challenges, share feedback and work towards sharing best practices to help create and shape enhanced applicant experiences in a selective admissions process.

Experience Level
Beginner
Intermediate
Experienced
Target Audience
Secondary (High School) & Individual
Post-Secondary (College & University)

Lead Presenter

Louise Tracey, The University of Edinburgh

Additional Presenters

John Yi, Yale University
Zoe Williams, Tanglin Trust School
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