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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
imageA 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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