Lessons learned from a non-traditional application process: Integrating user experiences to inform admission application design.

Purpose: The research aim was to gather applicant expectations and perspectives with a user-centered approach during a pilot application process for a new dental school. The goal was to inform future admissions practices at our institution and for programs broadly.

Methods: The High Point University admission team developed an electronic application external to current centralized services that was launched from May to August 2022.