About the role
Admissions Counselor
Job Locations US-NY-New York
ID 2026-13669
College TUNY - New York School of Career & Applied Studies
Position Type Full-Time
Schedule Shift 9AM-5:30PM Monday-Thursday, Friday 9AM-3PM
Hours Per Week 36.5
Travel As needed
Category Student Services
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Location : Country US
Overview
As an Admissions Counselor, you will play a crucial role in recruiting prospective students, guiding them through program options, and facilitating their admission and enrollment, transition into the institution. Your interpersonal skills, and expertise in student advising, international applications, course selection, credit evaluation, and proficiency in relevant software tools will be vital in ensuring a seamless admissions process.
Responsibilities
Recruitment:
• Meet or exceed enrollment goals for assigned recruitment areas.
• Provide comprehensive information on majors, articulated programs, and pathways.
• Advise prospective students on program suitability and career paths.
• Collaborate with the recruitment team and telemarketing team to ensure prompt and professional handling of leads and inquiries.
• Provide information and address inquiries regarding the enrollment process, both over the phone and in person.
• Ensure timely follow-up and accurate tracking of prospective student information in relevant systems.
• Collaborate collegially with other Student Services departments.
• Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract new students and achieve enrollment goals set by the University and NYSCAS leadership.
• Assist incoming freshmen in transitioning to university life.
• Adhere to FERPA, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain the highest standards of integrity and honesty when recruiting potential students.
International Applicant Support:
• Assist and triage international applicants through the admissions process.
• Offer guidance on visa requirements, academic equivalencies, and cultural transitions.
Freshmen Assistance:
• Aid incoming first-year-students in their transition to university life.
• Conduct orientation sessions and provide support during the onboarding process.
• Explain and assist applicants in dealing with other Student Services office (Bursar, Registrar, and Financial Aid) When referral is needed, make sure to personally set up the next steps, and follow up after completed.
Course Selection and Credit Evaluation:
• Assist first-year students in first-semester course selection.
• Review students' prior academic records, including high school and/or other post- high school transcripts.
• Evaluate and process transfer credits in accordance with institutional policies.
• Be proficient in explaining all active programs available to incoming students, including various majors and concentrations, pathway programs, and professional programs.
