Director of International Admissions

Rockhurst University•Kansas City, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Rockhurst University is seeking a Director of International Admissions to develop, lead, and support the First-Year, Transfer, and Graduate International recruitment, enrollment, and retention strategy. This role involves evaluating international undergraduate and graduate applications, managing application volume, and working strategically with students to convert inquiries to applicants, increase yield, and meet annual enrollment goals. The Director will also prepare and conduct information sessions, analyze enrollment reports, and collaborate with Deans to finalize admission standards and recruiting goals. Additionally, the position requires researching international student admission trends, identifying high schools and regions for recruitment events, and developing new initiatives. This is a key leadership role within the university's international admissions efforts.

Requirements

Master’s degree in International Business, International Studies, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated experience working in higher education admissions focused on international students from Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), Middle Eastern and North African (MENA), or Asian/Pacific Islander (API) countries.
Demonstrated knowledge of Slate.
Demonstrated knowledge using AACRAO database.

Responsibilities

Develop, lead, and support the First-Year, Transfer, and Graduate International recruitment, enrollment, and retention strategy.
Evaluate International undergraduate and graduate applications for admission and communicate admission decisions to students.
Manage international application volume and strategically work with students to convert inquiries to applicants, increase yield, and meet annual enrollment goals.
Prepare and conduct information sessions for students, parents, and educators about University’s educational programs, immigration, financial aid, and student success.
Analyze enrollment reports from all sources and make recommendations to leadership.
Work with Deans to finalize admission standards and recruiting goals.
Assist in the preparation of weekly comparison reports of international student applicants, admits, and enrollments.
Research current and emerging trends in international student admission and recruitment.
Strategically identify high schools with large international student populations and other areas to host student recruiting events.
Coordinate and plan presentations and college fairs by working with school counselors, community-based organizations, and other groups.
Develop new initiatives and events specific to the needs of various key areas.