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8/2/10

Alumni/Child Forum Report

A group of more than 30 alumni, their children and other family members attended SCO’s first ever Alumni/Child Admissions Forum in July. Hosted by Student Services, the event was designed to provide information about SCO’s admissions process for alumni with prospective students in their family. Attendees heard about undergrad, GPA and OAT requirements. Two Q&A panels featured a mix of students and faculty answering questions about what it’s like to attend SCO. Among those... Read More
Posted by Amy Dunbar at 8/2/10

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