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Admissions Counselor
Career Insights for Enrollment / Admission Counselor
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What they do
An Enrollment or Admission Counselor reviews applications and advises on admissions decisions for private elementary and secondary schools, colleges and universities. Organizes information and promotional materials about a school, conducts interviews with students and families, reviews application materials, and works with other school or college administrators to plan admissions goals and identify financial aid resources for admitted students. May travel to meet and recruit students.
$62,304 / year median in New York
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Assist in the administration of the Admissions department; provide information and services to current and prospective students in the area of Admissions. Responsibilities Assist in the administration for the admissions department to include, but are not limited to the following: Provide information and communication on academic requirements, application processes. Performs data entry of all admissions applications, documents, inquiries and admission forms received through the admissions department, including any updates. Review documentation for alignment with College requirements. Verify applicant data & ensure that all data entry interactions result in a 90% accuracy rate. Determine eligibility for admissions. Coordinate recruitment events and activities such as appointments, info sessions, open houses and placement exams. Provide referral services. Assembles Admissions packets. When necessary, performs other duties of a similar nature or level as required. Qualifications Education/Experience Associates Degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred. 1+ years of administratitve experience required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong interpersonal skills. Well organized. Physical Demands Sitting for long periods of time. Able to lift up to 15 lbs. Travel As required for some recruitment events Maximum Salary USD $39,000.00/Yr. Minimum Salary USD $31,200.00/Yr.