Kaplan, Inc

Kaplan, Inc

College Admissions Consultant

Remote/Nationwide, USA

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About the role

  • The College Admissions Consultant will assist students in identifying colleges that align with their academic profiles, career aspirations, and personal preferences.
  • You bring 5+ years of professional college counseling experience, either at a company or as an independent consultant.
  • You can captivate any audience with your excitement and your expertise, making you a great communicator. - Resourceful.

Responsibilities

  • This role requires close collaboration with students to develop comprehensive admissions strategies that encompass both academic and extracurricular growth.
  • Additionally, they provide expert support in crafting compelling application materials, including essays, resumes, and preparation for interviews.
  • Maintain consistent communication with students and parents to ensure alignment and clarity around college admissions goals and progress.
  • Conduct in-depth research and analysis for each student to develop a balanced college list, comprising reach, target, and likely schools that align with their academic interests, personal preferences, and family budget.
  • Assist students in brainstorming, outlining, and refining personal statements and supplemental essays to create compelling narratives.
  • Review and optimize student resumes, ensuring they effectively showcase key strengths, experiences, and accomplishments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years of college counseling experience
  • Experience working in college admissions, preferably at a highly selective institution
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice to have

  • Preferred Requirements

Compensation

  • The salary rate for one-on-one advising starts at $100 an hour.

Benefits

  • Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations.

Company info

  • Manage application timelines and provide detailed guidance to ensure students complete applications accurately, highlighting their achievements to stand out in the admissions process.
  • We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities.
  • Learn more about our culture here.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States

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