I've only been observing the process, but I haven't seen any students present any questions or concerns about signing the agreement.
I'm sure they would ask a lot of questions, since I would in their situation. I would want to know all there is to know about the college, courses, prices, books, etc. before I signed on to a degree. It's got lots of information for them. they will never be a lone in the enrollment process, which is great.
My experience has been that most prospective students do not ask questions regarding the enrollment agreement. I don't believe that most students know what type of questions to even ask, making it even more important that I am aware of how to best inform my students on what they need to know.
Not really. There main concern is what programs do we offer and do they interest me. Being an accredited school, most students don't bring up these subjects. However, it is a good idea to invite the person other than them who is involved in making the decision as they may have questions on these areas. Addressing the decision makers can help address any potential concerns.
I agree, it seems that most students are more concerned with the financial aid aspect of the admissions process and assume that they have been thoroughly informed by admissions. I think that it is definitely a good idea to go over the enrollment agreement with the students or at least ask them to come to you with any questions they may have.
No, students do not typically ask questions during the admissions process about the statements contained in our school's enrollment agreement. That is why we explain each section of the enrollment agreement in great detail.
Jeff,
I agree with you and I believe it is equally important for our students to know the entire agreement so they can make an educated and informed choice about the right career decision for them.
I totally agree . Thats why i go through everything thoroughly so they will have a clear understanding of what they are signing .
Terry ,
Although the training is accessed through the OACCS website, it is actually a requirement of the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, not OACCS.
Kimberly Stein
I have found that NONE of the students truly ask questions. Before I started here, I was an armed forces recruiter and found this to be true there as well. I think the younger generations are texter at heart and like things fast, quick, and simple. To prove my point, just think about all the abbreviations there are when texting! In short, any document(s) with small print is overwhelming, so students normally will follow your lead to get through it. Obviously, OACCS is aware of this hence this 4 hour course.
I have found that NONE of the students truly ask questions. Before I started here, I was an armed forces recruiter and found this to be true there as well. I think the younger generations are texter at heart and like things fast, quick, and simple. To prove my point, just think about all the abbreviations there are when texting! In short, any document(s) with small print is overwhelming, so students normally will follow your lead to get through it. Obviously, OACCS is aware of this hence this 4 hour course.
I also find that is best to only mention that financial aid may be available for those who qualify, and that we do have FA coordinators available. This cuts down on the number of questions that we are asked, but not permitted to answer.
Our admissions and enrollment process is very thorough and most students leave with very few, if any unanswered questions.
MOst of my adult students do not ask many questions. Surprisingly though, parents of HS students seems to have many more questions. I suppose it is because they want thier son/daughter to understand to "gravity" and obligation they are enrtering into by go to college.
Most student do not ask a lot of questions about the policies or statements but we do explain them to each student individually and make sure they have a copy of all policies, disclosures, and statements.
Kelly,
Be sure to inform the prospective students that until they actually start the training, the most they can be obligated for is the application/registration fee. They are not obligated for any of the tuition if they do not begin class.
Kimberly Stein
Most of the students I have met with, I too have answered most of their questions. I do think that some students have a very large fear of signing a 'contract' before they meet with a financial advisor and know the breakdown of waht they may or may not qualify for.
The main question that I get is "is this a contract?" or "does this obligate me to start?"... Students (especially older students) become nervous at the idea of a contract when they are not certain of the specifics of how they are going to pay for their tuition yet.
No, I do not I keep it very strait forward with my students and I make sure they understand all the policies and statements in the enrollment agreement.
I find that most of the times they dont ask, but there is always someone that has a lot of questions and wants all the additional info and the EA info explained is very helpful
