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Intake Management

Understanding Intake Management in Higher Education

Intake management refers to the coordination of when and how students are admitted into programs. It involves tracking cohorts, managing application cycles, and aligning enrollment strategies.

Glossary Terms
Term
Description
Intake Management

The process of organizing, scheduling, and monitoring student admissions across academic terms or cohorts.

Rolling Admissions

A flexible intake model where applications are reviewed as they arrive.

Cohort Intake

Admitting students in defined groups that progress through a program together.

Term-Based Intake

Admissions based on fixed academic terms (e.g., Fall, Spring).

Waitlist Management

Tracking and handling overflow applicants for specific intake cycles.

Forecasted Intake

Projected enrollment volume used for planning course sections and resources.

Evolving Enrollment Practices

Institutions are now using CRM platforms, AI-driven forecasting tools, and cohort automation features to optimize intake processes and maximize yield.