Admissions Counselor - Wesley Seminary (TPS)

Indiana Wesleyan University•Marion, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions Counselor is primarily responsible for recruiting students for Wesley Seminary, with a special focus on the Theological Programs in Spanish (TPS). This role requires excellent knowledge of Wesley Seminary's degree programs and a strong understanding of the target audiences. The counselor will support overall team goals by enrolling students in both English and Spanish language programs and will assist in developing and modifying recruitment plans to support enrollment growth across all Seminary programs.

Requirements

Strong Christian commitment and adherence to the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience in college recruitment, sales, marketing, public relations, and/or ministry preferred.
Superior communication skills (spoken, written, group, individual).
Advanced computer skills with working experience in word processing, spreadsheets, database usage, e-mail, Internet, etc.
Ability to relate well to working professionals.
Ability to work independently, especially in arranging and conducting on-site information meetings and influencer visits.
Excellent organizational ability.
Superior interpersonal skills.
Travel required on a semi-regular basis.
Professional dress required while meeting with influencers and prospective students.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify and travel to selected conferences, conventions, and ministry events within the TPS student market.
Represent Wesley Seminary and Indiana Wesleyan University to prospective students and influencers.
Plan and execute information sessions, open houses, webinars, recruitment events, and individual appointments.
Coordinate visits to key ministry and community partners.
Support recruitment initiatives and events designed specifically for Spanish-speaking student audiences, churches, and ministry networks.
Serve as a primary enrollment contact for TPS students, providing culturally responsive guidance and support.
Maintain regular contact with prospective students, applicants, and admitted students.
Schedule and conduct individual meetings with prospective students.
Supply information regarding Seminary programs and other relevant university programs.
Collaborate with Admissions and TPS leadership to ensure prospective Spanish-speaking students receive accurate information.
Process application materials and monitor completion of student applicant files.
Keep applicants informed regarding admission status and next steps.
Prepare students for review by the Admissions Committee and provide recommendations.
Review necessary financial aid forms and provide information on opportunities and deadlines.
Assist TPS applicants in understanding admissions requirements, document collection, transcript submission, and enrollment procedures.
Coordinate with Seminary and university offices to help remove enrollment barriers for Spanish-speaking students.
Consult with admissions and TPS leadership on the development and implementation of annual recruitment plans for TPS programs.
Contribute ideas and initiatives to increase enrollment growth across all TPS programs.
Assist in evaluating enrollment trends and recommend outreach strategies.
Collaborate with Seminary leadership to identify new opportunities for Spanish-language theological education.
Complete application reviews by verifying all information is complete and accurate.
Ensure admissions decisions and enrollment documents are processed in a timely manner.
Monitor application pipelines for TPS students and proactively communicate with applicants.
Maintain accurate records and reporting related to both English-language and Spanish-language Seminary applicants.
Carry out other duties as assigned by admissions leadership.
Participate in seminary, admissions, and university meetings and training.
Support collaborative efforts between admissions, academic, and student support teams.
Manage and maintain the TPS marketing budget.