Data-Driven Graduate Admissions Operations Lead

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking a Graduate Admissions Operations & Data Manager in the BU Law Communications, Marketing & Graduate Admissions Office. The role focuses on data collection, maintenance, analysis, and reporting for applicants across the enrollment funnel and on optimizing tools and technologies used in admissions.

The manager ensures international visa documentation, maintains records in Slate and SIS, and collaborates with the international student office to update SEVIS records and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required; master's degree strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years post-degree experience required; higher education admissions experience preferred.
• Proficient in data analytics and reporting; able to synthesize data and provide insights.
• Experience forecasting enrollments and revenue using historical data.

Responsibilities

• Manage data collection, maintenance, analysis, and reporting for applicants at each enrollment stage.
• Oversee electronic application process and maintain candidate records in all systems.
• Ensure visa-related documents for international applicants are submitted and SEVIS records updated.
• Liaise with central graduate enrollment, admissions CRM (Slate), SIS, and international office to ensure data integrity.
• Provide actionable insights to optimize admissions, scholarships, and enrollment strategies.
• Support, train, and assist staff and prospective students via inquiries and information sessions.

Skills

Data analytics

Forecasting

Microsoft Excel

Database systems

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics / MIS / Data Analytics

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Slate admissions system

Student Information System (SIS)

Admissions CRM

Job description

Boston University is seeking a Graduate Admissions Operations & Data Manager in the BU Law Communications, Marketing & Graduate Admissions Office. The role focuses on data collection, maintenance, analysis, and reporting for applicants across the enrollment funnel and on optimizing tools and technologies used in admissions.

The manager ensures international visa documentation, maintains records in Slate and SIS, and collaborates with the international student office to update SEVIS records and