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Importing Search Lists, Test Scores, & 3rd Party Application Data into Salesforce
ACT, SAT, GMAC, Common App, Oh my! How do we import this data into Salesforce without relying on an IT resource? In the higher education industry, colleges and universities need to import large lists of [...] Read More
Integrating CRM, SIS, and Other Data Sources
When it comes to integrating CRM with other systems, there are many choices and decisions that need to be made. It is important to identify the systems and data sources that need to be included [...] Read More
Managing Recruitment and Admissions Events on Salesforce
There is no shortage of event management software on the market today. After all, event management can be a very deep rabbit hole, depending on the type of events you are trying to manage. In [...] Read More
Configure the Login Page for Communities
Universities and colleges may choose to use Salesforce Communities for many different use cases, such as Applicant Portal, Parent Portal, International Agent Portal, Student Portal, etc. In all cases, it is necessary to configure a [...] Read More
Is There an Easy Way to Add Fields to Your Applicant Portal?
In the ever-evolving universe of higher education, admissions departments are constantly reviewing the fields of information that are collected on their applications and making decisions about how best to accommodate every program’s changing needs. Perhaps [...] Read More
Is There an Easy Way to Build an Applicant Portal? One Link to Rule Them All.
So, you’ve decided to use Salesforce Communities to build your applicant portal. The project requires that it serve all of the programs at your institutions, from undergrad and grad to continuing education and adult learning. [...] Read More
CRM: A Recruiter’s Best Friend
My first job after college was as an Admission Counselor and Recruiter. Like many young people in the profession, I started working in the Admission and Visit Office as a student where I was introduced [...] Read More
How to Manage Checklist Items
Congratulations! Your institution has just approved a new program and they have tasked you with making sure that it will soon be ready to accept applications. One small wrinkle - this new program has a [...] Read More