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Join us at AC24 in Boston!

  • Pre-Conferences: Tuesday and Wednesday, September 17–18
  • Opening Reception: Wednesday evening, September 18
  • General Conference: Thursday and Friday, September 19–20
  • Post Conferences: Saturday, September 21
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Events

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Annual Conference 2024
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September
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Annual Conference 2024

SAVE THE DATE! Join us in Boston, MA for precons September 17 & 18. General conference September 19 & 20 and post-conferences half-day on Saturday, September 21. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email sponsor@enrollment.org to find out more! Conference registration opens Mid-May!
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Annual Conference 2024

SAVE THE DATE! Join us in Boston, MA for precons September 17 & 18. General conference September 19 & 20 and post-conferences half-day on Saturday, September 21. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email sponsor@enrollment.org to find out more! Conference registration opens Mid-May!
Lights, Camera... Admissions!
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April
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2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET

Lights, Camera... Admissions!

MEMBER EXCLUSIVE EVENT: Discuss and share how to create Student Voice Videos (similar to a video showcase). Stay tuned for more information on where and how to submit your videos.
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Lights, Camera... Admissions!

MEMBER EXCLUSIVE EVENT: Discuss and share how to create Student Voice Videos (similar to a video showcase). Stay tuned for more information on where and how to submit your videos.
What Parents Want: An Easier Application Process
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May
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2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET

What Parents Want: An Easier Application Process

Parents have spoken—they wish the application process were more seamless. Join this presentation to learn about their specific pain points and how the Standard Application Online (SAO) can help. You'll also see how Admission.org is changing the SAO's candidate funnel.
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What Parents Want: An Easier Application Process

Parents have spoken—they wish the application process were more seamless. Join this presentation to learn about their specific pain points and how the Standard Application Online (SAO) can help. You'll also see how Admission.org is changing the SAO's candidate funnel.
May 9 - Washington, DC
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May
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10:00 am - 1:30 pm ET

May 9 - Washington, DC

The 2024 Enrollment Management Leadership Council (EMLC) seminars are on the road and coming to a member school near you! Let's celebrate our wins, collaborate on future endeavors, and be inspired by timely and relevant keynotes. These seminars will spark ideas and encourage collaboration as we look ahead to the next admission cycle. Join us this spring at a seminar near you! Register NOW!
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May 9 - Washington, DC

The 2024 Enrollment Management Leadership Council (EMLC) seminars are on the road and coming to a member school near you! Let's celebrate our wins, collaborate on future endeavors, and be inspired by timely and relevant keynotes. These seminars will spark ideas and encourage collaboration as we look ahead to the next admission cycle. Join us this spring at a seminar near you! Register NOW!

Podcasts

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The Enrollment Spectrum Podcast

Join host Christina Dotchin to discover enrollment management strategies and tips in EMA's flagship podcast.
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Different Perspectives Podcast

Join hosts Rohan Arjun and John Gentile as they explore what diversity, equity, and inclusion looks like, sounds like, and feels like outside independent schools.
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Confidently You: Women in Leadership Podcast

Join hosts Rebecca Malotke-Meslin and Lynne Macziewski as they help women navigate the unique challenges that arise as they become leaders.
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Impossible Questions Podcast

Join hosts Ari Betof and Christian Donovan as they explore the most impossible questions facing independent schools today.

Thought Leadership

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SOTI 2023
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2023 State of the Industry Report

Download the full report inside our member community.
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Join the Member Community Conversation

Inspire your next big idea. Get questions answered. Build authentic relationships. Learn from industry experts.
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The 2022 Independent School Cost-Per-Enrollment Study

Strengthen your enrollment management strategy with new industry research. A joint report from the Enrollment Management Association, the National Association of Independent Schools, and the National Business Officers Association. Report available in the Member Community!
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NAIS & EMA Webinar on The Supreme Court's Ruling on Affirmative Action: What's Next for Independent Schools

Listen in and hear what experts have to say about the July ruling on Affirmative Action and what this means for Independent Schools

Learning Pass Courses

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Beyond Zoom: Admission Tactics

This course is designed to help you learn the best ways to leverage Zoom and hold impactful virtual sessions and breakout discussions with families and peers.
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Board Reports, Board Presentations & Managing Up

This course is for everyone seeking ways to create compelling board reports, board presentations, in addition to ways to effectively manage up.
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Enrollment 101: Cultural Competency

This mini-course will explore how admission and enrollment professionals can influence cultural norms to create inclusive communities.
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Admissions Best Practices Certificate Course: East Asia

This online course will help admission leaders, heads of school, and deputy heads of school at international schools in East Asia learn best practices in admission.

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