AAUP is dedicated to the following principles and standards for university admissions:
- Fair and Transparent Process:
- AAUP maintains a fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory admissions process that adheres to applicable laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines.
- AAUP provides clear and accessible information about admission requirements, procedures, deadlines, and selection criteria to prospective applicants.
- Merit-Based Selection:
- AAUP evaluates applicants based on their academic achievements, intellectual potential, personal qualities, and other relevant criteria established by each program or faculty.
- AAUP considers a holistic view of each applicant, considering their academic record, standardized test scores (if applicable), essays, recommendations, and other factors.
- Equal Opportunity and Access:
- AAUP promotes equal opportunity and strives to eliminate barriers that may prevent individuals from diverse backgrounds from applying to the university.
- AAUP provides support services to applicants with disabilities to ensure equal access and participation in the admissions process.
- Inclusive Admissions Criteria:
- AAUP recognizes the value of diversity and the benefits it brings to the university community.
- AAUP’s admissions criteria consider various dimensions of diversity, including but not limited to, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic background, and geographic origin.
- Timely and Clear Communication:
- AAUP communicates admission decisions promptly, providing applicants with clear instructions and guidance regarding acceptance, enrollment, and other necessary steps.
- AAUP maintains effective channels of communication to address inquiries, provide updates, and assist applicants throughout the admissions process.
- Continuous Improvement:
- AAUP regularly reviews and evaluates its admissions policies, practices, and criteria to ensure their alignment with its educational mission, goals, and evolving best practices.
- AAUP actively seeks feedback from applicants, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to improve the admissions process and enhance its fairness and effectiveness.
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