Colleges across the country allow students to speak with an admissions officer that accept or deny accordingly.
This process still requires students to be prepared with a copy of their transcript, standardized test scores and teacher recommendations.
“They usually do them at high schools, but I’ve seen them done at Panera or even at college fairs,” college and career specialist Gardener Humphreys said.
A benefit for on the spot admissions is that they promote speaking and persuasion skills.
“Colleges can really get a full sense of who a student is,” senior Ana Schlechty said.