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How direct admission is changing the process of applying for college

  • Written by Mary L. Churchill, Associate Dean, Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement and Professor of the Practice, Boston University
How direct admission is changing the process of applying for collegeA college admission letter might come from a school you haven't applied to – or even heard of.Antonio_Diaz / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images

For students and families who are considering college, a relatively new option for admission is gaining popularity. In addition to the long-standing regular admissions process, and various...

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