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From Applicant to Enrollee: Inside Private School Admissions

Daren Worcester
Nov 1, 2023
60 minute video

Embarking on the private school admissions journey can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you're just starting your research or already knee-deep in applications, this presentation answers the questions you are asking yourself.

Watch Janet Lien, assistant head of school and director of enrollment at The Browning School in New York, provide tips and explanations on the application process. An independent school educator for over 22 years and a member of EMA's Enrollment Management Leadership Council, Janetta brought a wealth of experience to this discussion.

This presentation is also available on the #admissionchat podcast under the title, Let's Talk About Standing Out in the Application Process.

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