The class of 2011 has higher ACT scores and approximately the same level of diversity as last year's freshman class ' short of a diversity goal outlined by Vision Ohio.
The ACT composite for admitted students rose by .13 points between freshmen admitted in 2006 and freshmen admitted in 2007, according to statistics obtained by The Post on June 22 from Director of Admissions David Garcia.
The talking point of next year's class is the quality
said Garcia, calling the increase significant.
Part of this increase can be attributed to the fact that the university received more applications and admitted fewer students this year than last, Garcia said. More applications mean you can be more selective.
As far as diversity is concerned, the class of 2011 boasts the university's third-largest African American class, but it is statistically even in overall ethnic diversity compared to the class of 2010, Garcia said.
Although Vision Ohio enrollment plans call for a 15 percent increase in each minority group per year, Garcia said that the recruitment of under-represented student groups for universities is competitive, and that the Office of Admissions is pleased with the level of diversity in the incoming freshman class.
About 10 percent of the incoming freshmen are from out-of-state ' a slight increase from last year. Garcia attributed this increase to money allocated by President Roderick McDavis and Executive Vice President and Provost Kathy Krendl for additional recruiters.
In an e-mail, Krendl said she is pleased with the quality of the entering class. The recruitment effort demonstrated strong teamwork with admissions staff and faculty working closely together.
Additionally, the number of transfer students is up by about 30 students so far. Within that group, the number of international students has increased as well. International students serve the university by both educating students about other cultures and bringing in money because they do not receive state aid, Garcia said.
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