BS/MD College Admissions Counselor

Empowerly

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About The Position

Empowerly is seeking experienced BS/MD College Admissions Counselors to guide ambitious high school students pursuing highly selective colleges and combined medical programs. Counselors work closely with students and families to develop individualized admissions strategies, including academic and extracurricular roadmaps, meaningful research, clinical, volunteer, and leadership opportunities, balanced college and BS/MD program lists, and ongoing structure and feedback throughout the application process. The role also helps students discover their interests, develop authentic passions, and make intentional decisions about their academic and early career paths. Counselors are expected to stay current on admissions trends and requirements, particularly for top 50 universities, BS/MD programs, and STEM-focused applicants. The caseload is approximately 20–25 students, depending on availability and bandwidth. This is a part-time opportunity, with weekly hours based on counselor availability and student needs.

Requirements

Experience working with BS/MD applicants and at least five acceptances.
Bachelor’s degree from a top 50 national university.
College counseling experience with a track record of helping students gain admission to top 50 universities.
Experience advising students interested in BS/MD, pre-med, STEM, healthcare, or other highly competitive academic pathways.
Strong knowledge of selective college admissions, application strategy, and extracurricular development.
Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
Strong organization, time management, and commitment to student and family service.
Consistent availability after 3:00 p.m. and/or on weekends.
Ability to support students enrolled in multi-year counseling packages.

Nice To Haves

Former admissions officer at a top 50 university.
Demonstrated success counseling students applying to BS/MD programs, Ivy League institutions, top 20 universities, and/or highly selective STEM programs.
Academic or professional background in medicine, healthcare, biology, engineering, computer science, or another STEM field.
Advanced degree such as an MD, PhD, or master’s degree in a relevant field.
Experienced independent college counselor with involvement in NACAC, WACAC, IECA, or similar professional organizations.
Advanced degree such as an MD, PhD, MBA, JD, or master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Stay current on college admissions trends and requirements, particularly for top 50 universities, BS/MD programs, and STEM-focused applicants.
Manage a caseload of approximately 20–25 students based on availability and bandwidth.
Develop individualized academic and extracurricular roadmaps aligned with students’ college and career goals.
Advise students on extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, research, clinical experiences, internships, competitions, community service, and summer programs.
Create standardized testing strategies and balanced college lists, including reach, target, and likely schools.
Guide students through the full application process, including personal statements, supplemental essays, activities, resumes, recommendations, and final application review.
Provide BS/MD-specific guidance, including program selection, medical-focused extracurricular development, supplemental essays, and interview preparation.
Develop application strategies for Early Action, Early Decision, Regular Decision, waitlists, and final college selection.
Maintain consistent communication with students and families, prepare for sessions, document progress, and meet application deadlines.
Attend team meetings and use Empowerly’s resources, email, and Slack to stay connected and provide comprehensive student support.