Admissions

I have done work with the admissions office over the years. These tips direct from the source you're trying to impress!
-Change your e-mail address: There is nothing worse than getting an application that has an inappropriate email address. Not only will [email protected] give your counselor a negative impression of you, it also shows you are not mature enough to handle college. When applying for colleges (and scholarships), create a new email account. Use only your name (no numbers unless required by the account provider) Keep it simple. [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected].
-Store numbers in your phone: If you've applied to a college or had ACT/SAT sent to one or even filled out an inquiry card, store their number in your phone. If you can, find out the number of the counselor who would be contacting you. When they call you’ll already know who it is and you can sound pleasant on the phone. I often get an instant attitude from students because they don't know the number and think its a telemarketer. First impressions are everything - the way you answer a phone, says a lot more than most people realize.
-Schedule a visit: ...and another one! We have several open house days. Its a great way to meet other prospective students and mom and dad also get some great information. An open house is a great first visit, but after you get home, call us back and schedule a one-on-one campus visit. You'll be able to ask questions you might not have wanted to during the open house, meet with coaches, and sit in on a class in your intended major area. Odds are, there is something you missed the first time around.

Don't be intimidated by the tuition or the fact that it is a Christian school. The school atmosphere is ideal for learning, and there are fun things to do around town and around campus.