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Admission 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.
$61,880 / year median in Virginia
+11% projected growth
Job Description
- Recruit prospective students by meeting with students, parents, school counselors, and community partners to promote the academic programs, opportunities, and strengths of Hampton University.
- Review admission applications and make recommendations to the Dean and Director of Admission based on applicants' credentials and alignment with the University's admission standards, mission, and goals.
- Conduct engaging presentations to prospective students and families during campus visits throughout the recruitment cycle.
- Coordinate and support campus visitation programs, including daily campus tours, open houses, special visitation events, and other recruitment activities.
- Provide virtual and in-person admission counseling to prospective students and families regarding the admission process, scholarships, and student life.
- Review and process on-site admission applications for prospective students who meet established admission requirements.
- Maintain proficiency in University systems, including Banner and Slate CRM, through required training and ongoing professional development.
- Assist with recruitment initiatives, and the overall operations of the Office of Admission.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Typical Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
- Experience using CRM systems, such as Slate, and student information systems, such as Banner, is preferred.
- Experience working in a college/university Admission Office is highly preferred Supplemental Information
- Ability to travel extensively, work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Valid driver's license
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively use technology to support the recruitment of prospective students.