Admission Counselor

The New School; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Work-life balance

Job summary

The New School is seeking an Admissions Counselor to recruit undergrad and grad students across all colleges, including Parsons, Lang, and the Performing Arts. You will travel extensively in the U.S. and internationally to promote programs at partner schools and events.

Responsibilities include evaluating applications, coordinating reviews with faculty, and driving student yield through outreach and engagement. Hybrid options may be considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills, a valid driver’s license, and a passport for international travel.
• Experience with CRM databases, especially Slate.
• Experience in visual art and design admissions preferred (BFA or related role).

Responsibilities

• Recruitment & travel across the U.S. and internationally to represent programs at schools and conferences.
• Evaluate applications and credentials to determine admission eligibility.
• Collaborate with faculty and departments to coordinate reviews and yield strategies.
• Plan and assist with on-campus recruitment events, open houses, and orientation sessions.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Slate CRM

Job description

Join The New School At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to over 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward‑thinking institutions in the world.

The Admission Counselor reports to an Associate Director of Admission within the Office of Enrollment Management. This role is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of students for both undergraduate and graduate programs across all colleges at The New School, including Parsons School of Design, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, the College of Performing Arts, and The New School for Social Research.

CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comprehensive Recruitment & Travel: Traveling extensively across the U.S. and internationally to represent all university programs at high schools, college fairs, and professional conferences.
• Admissions & Holistic Review: Evaluating a wide range of applications and academic credentials to determine eligibility for the university’s diverse degree offerings.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Serving as a liaison between the Office of Admission and faculty across various departments—from design and social sciences to humanities and the arts—to coordinate application reviews and student yield efforts.
• University-Wide Event Planning: Assisting with the coordination of large-scale on-campus recruitment events, open houses, and orientation sessions for the entire university community.
• Strategic Communication: Managing outreach to prospective students and families across all disciplines via phone, email, and social media to communicate the unique value of a New School education.
• Specialty and Project Teams: Lead/serve on department-wide specialty and project teams, focused on admission events, communications, recruitment planning and marketing, and other key enrollment services, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree, excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills, a valid driver’s license, and a passport for international travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary higher education environment and proficiency with CRM databases (e.g., Slate).
• For this position we are seeking a candidate with experience in visual art and design, having either achieved a BFA or worked as an admission counselor in art and design admission.

WORK MODE

This position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement. Hybrid work arrangements may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis, depending on the nature of the role and operational needs. Any such arrangement must be discussed and approved in advance by the appropriate division lead or their designee.

SALARY RANGE

$67,000 - 70,500 per annum

WHY JOIN US?

This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution that’s reshaping the future of higher education. You’ll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.

BENEFITS AT THE NEW SCHOOL

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their eligible dependents.

• Health & Wellness Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Wellness
• Retirement plan administered by TIAA
• Qualified Transportation Expense Plan
• Work-Life Balance Paid vacation and sick leave, with accruals starting on your first day
• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• Workmode & Telework Policy (if applicable)
• Professional Growth Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Access to university programs, lectures, and events featuring world-renowned speakers and organizations
• Tuition waiver benefit for eligible employees and dependents
• Employee discounts with local vendors and service providers

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Since our founding in 1919, The New School has redrawn and redefined the boundaries of intellectual and creative thought as a preeminent academic center. At our university, students have the academic freedom to shape their unique, individual paths for a complex and rapidly changing world. As a New School employee, you will be a part of the university’s mission to prepare and inspire students to bring about positive change in the world.

If you have questions about submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].