Graduate Admissions Counselor: Guide Applicants to Matriculation

University of New England; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

University of New England is seeking a Graduate Admissions Counselor to serve as the primary admissions contact for assigned graduate programs and guide prospective students from initial engagement through matriculation.

The role requires building program expertise, managing applications and reviews, and maintaining accurate records while collaborating with faculty, staff, and admissions committees to ensure a student-centered admissions experience.

Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, advising, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Ability to engage prospective students, faculty, staff, and university partners professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple program portfolios, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Experience with CRM and student information systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary admissions contact for assigned graduate programs.
• Provide personalized guidance to prospective students through the admissions process.
• Manage admissions activity including application review, communications, and matriculation.
• Coordinate with faculty and committees and support evaluation processes.
• Plan and execute program-specific recruitment events.

Skills

Written skills

Verbal skills

Advising

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Tools

CRM software

Job description

University of New England is seeking a Graduate Admissions Counselor to serve as the primary admissions contact for assigned graduate programs and guide prospective students from initial engagement through matriculation.

The role requires building program expertise, managing applications and reviews, and maintaining accurate records while collaborating with faculty, staff, and admissions committees to ensure a student-centered admissions experience.