College Admissions Consultant

Kaplan•Virtual FL, FL

11d•Remote

About The Position

College Admissions Consultants provide personalized, one-on-one guidance to students and families throughout high school as they navigate the college application and admissions process. They collaborate with students on comprehensive admissions strategies addressing academic and extracurricular growth, college selection, and application materials, including essays, resumes, and interview preparation. The role also includes staying current on admissions trends and requirements. Depending on departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications, the consultant may participate in webinars and provide consulting on curriculum development, counselor training, product strategy, and content creation. The position is remote and nationwide in the United States. One-on-one advising compensation starts at $100 per hour; actual compensation depends on factors including job level, skills, experience, education, and business considerations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 5 years of college counseling experience.
Extensive knowledge of the college application process, including admissions requirements, financial aid, scholarship opportunities, and academic planning.
Strong communication, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills.
Exceptional writing skills for communicating with students and families and supporting essay editing.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple students and track their progress through the application cycle.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in counseling, higher education, or a similar field.
Strong experience helping multiple students gain acceptance to highly selective schools.
Experience working in college admissions, preferably at a highly selective institution.
International admissions experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct individualized strategy sessions with students beginning in 9th grade to assess academic performance, extracurricular involvement, career aspirations, and personal goals, then develop tailored admissions strategies.
Communicate consistently with students and parents about admissions goals and progress.
Research and develop balanced college lists containing reach, target, and likely schools aligned with students’ interests, preferences, and family budgets.
Help students brainstorm, outline, and refine personal statements and supplemental essays.
Manage application timelines and guide students in completing accurate applications that highlight their achievements.
Advise students on course selection, standardized testing such as the SAT and ACT, and extracurricular activities.
Review and optimize student resumes to showcase strengths, experiences, and accomplishments.
Prepare students for college interviews through mock interviews and constructive feedback.
Stay current on college admissions trends, standards, and application requirements.
Participate in webinars for students and parents, as needed.
Provide consulting services in curriculum development, counselor training, product strategy, and content creation, as needed.
Take on additional responsibilities based on departmental needs and candidate qualifications.