The Development of a Student Admission Application for the Independent Selection Path (SIMABA)

The admission of new students through the independent selection pathway is a critical process for higher education institutions in selecting prospective students who align with the institution's vision and mission. This is also true for Universitas Pembangunan Nasional (UPN) "Veteran" Jawa Timur, which is committed to being an Excellent University with a Character of National Defense. In the current era of digitalization, the use of information technology to manage the admission process has become increasingly important. Therefore, the development of a specialized application to facilitate this process has become an urgent necessity. The development of a student admission application for the independent selection pathway is a solution aimed at improving the efficiency and quality of the selection process. This application is designed to simplify the process for prospective students by enabling them to access information, complete registration forms, and upload supporting documents online. In addition, the application assists the selection committee in verifying data and conducting the selection process in a structured and systematic manner, with well-documented records through an integrated information system database tailored to the various independent selection methods provided by UPN "Veteran" Jawa Timur. In its development, the application takes into account user needs, a user-friendly interface, and guaranteed data security. Advanced features such as validation systems and integration with a centralized database are used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data. Moreover, integrated data analysis enables the institution to continuously evaluate and improve the selection process. By using this application, the independent selection admission process is expected to become more transparent and efficient, enhancing the user experience for both prospective students and the selection committee. Additionally, the application has the potential to reduce the administrative burden on higher education institutions and improve their reputation in terms of innovation and quality service delivery.