Graduate Admissions & Yield Specialist

Vanderbilt University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University seeks an Admissions Coordinator to advance graduate enrollment goals through recruitment, applicant advising, yield outreach, and admissions operations.

The role independently manages assigned activities, interprets admissions requirements for diverse audiences, reviews routine applications, and coordinates processes within established policies and timelines. It serves as a visible contact for prospective and admitted students and supports on‑campus and virtual events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 1–3 years of admissions, enrollment, student services, recruitment, advising, customer engagement, or higher education experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel periodically for recruitment activities are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate graduate recruitment activities, including campus visits, information sessions, and events.
• Advise prospective applicants on admissions requirements, deadlines, and credential submission.
• Process applications, transcripts, test scores, decisions, and related materials accurately and within timelines.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and support admissions operations and quality control.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Relationship building

Advising

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Slate CRM

Job description

Vanderbilt University seeks an Admissions Coordinator to advance graduate enrollment goals through recruitment, applicant advising, yield outreach, and admissions operations.

The role independently manages assigned activities, interprets admissions requirements for diverse audiences, reviews routine applications, and coordinates processes within established policies and timelines. It serves as a visible contact for prospective and admitted students and supports on‑campus and virtual events.