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Education
College Advisor
Educated and assisted students through the college application, admissions and financial aid process.
- Coordinated college representative visits and university campus trips.
- Coordinated career assessment exams and developed guidance literature.
- Facilitated 11th and 12th grade assemblies and classroom presentations.
- Tracked and recorded matriculation of graduates.
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Bachelor of Science
Counseling / Student Development
Cas
College Advisor/ School-to-careers Facilitator
Design a college readiness system that allowed 137 seniors out of 188 seniors to gain acceptance into college while providing admissions and financial aid workshops, college essay and application assistance, and scholarship and grant opportunities for low income students
- Facilitated career inventories, surveys and questionnaires for students to discover and unlock their career interests
- Launched the Barbering Science Program which lead several students in passing the Master Barber and Licensure Exam
- Involved local alumni of colleges and universities to support and gain a relationship with the students to assist with their unmet need
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High School Diploma
Communication
College Advisor
Responsible for the advancement supervision of a student case load of 180.
- Responsible for the recruitment of students and parents for trips and subsidized events.
- Managed research and reports on demographics student drop-out rates.
- Successful student advancement and retention.
- Coordinated and wrote presentations to promote programs and workshops.
- Consistently exceeded attendance goals for school promoted events.
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Psychology
Psychology
College Advisor
Worked on one-to-one caseload with 30+ students, providing them with academic, financial and career advisement.
- Made home visits and advocated on behalf of students to various colleges and university offices.
- Collected and assessed student data pertaining to academic progress
- Created and implemented action plans for each student twice yearly.
- Designed and implemented trainings and training materials on various subjects for staff and students.
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Communications
Guidance & Counseling
College Advisor
Advised individuals and families in all practical matters of the college admissions process.
- Researched and presented select colleges and universities for clients.
- Reviewed, edited and recommended changes to essays and application paperwork.
- Conducted mock college interviews; giving feedback and suggestions.
- Explained and advised on all aspects of financial aid and scholarship procedures and deadlines.
- Presented workshops and seminars to organizations about college admissions.
- Consulted with colleges and universities for updated changes and trends in admission standards.
- Attended various college open houses; meeting with admissions officers on a regular basis.
- Strategized with clients in high school course selections that best fit their intended college major and admissions requirements for their anticipated list of colleges and universities.
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years at this job
Communications
Guidance & Counseling
College Advisor
Advised individuals and families in all practical matters of the college admissions process.
- Researched and presented select colleges and universities for clients.
- Reviewed, edited and recommended changes to essays and application paperwork.
- Conducted mock college interviews; giving feedback and suggestions.
- Explained and advised on all aspects of financial aid and scholarship procedures and deadlines.
- Presented workshops and seminars to organizations about college admissions.
- Consulted with colleges and universities for updated changes and trends in admission standards.
- Attended various college open houses; meeting with admissions officers on a regular basis.
- Strategized with clients in high school course selections that best fit their intended college major and admissions requirements for their anticipated list of colleges and universities.
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Speech Language And Hearing Science
Labor And Social Policy
English Vowels By Bilingual Spanish/english Speaking Children
High School Counselor/college Advisor
Recruited and retained a total of 150-200 students for the Educational Talent Search Program
- Counseled students individually as well as in group settings
- Assisted students and parents with college application and financial aid process
- Facilitated various workshops for students and parents
- Participated in important school functions such as open house events, parent teacher night, and college/financial aid information sessions
- Collaborated with other TRiO and high school staff to provide best services to students
- Attended outside trainings as part of professional development
- Created and maintained daily logs for daily activities
- Communicated needs of students and activities to program supervisor and high school faculty pertinent to assisting in student achievement
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Real Estate
Medical Billing And Coding
Business Administration
Director of Admissions / College Advisor
Averaged 20-25 new candidates each month, guiding students through the entire enrollment process
- Promoted college enrollments, working within the community for brand name recognition
- Attended Job Fairs, College Fairs and Community Organizations of special events
- Fundraised for Scholarship programs, totaling $10K per student, and helped students secure available scholarship programs by utilizing Title IV funding of Pell grants and student loans
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English And Communication
Management
College Advisor/team Leader
Opened and maintained high school accounts, conducted in class presentations, and acting liaison between secondary and post-secondary education in a territory consisting of Long Island, Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island
- Delivered consistently positive results in: Number one in high school presentations, lead generation with over 5000 senior leads each year, leading to consistent applications and enrollments for the college which resulted in significant sales growth
- Liaison between college, high schools and New York State Department of Education for articulations and CTE designation.
- Active involvement with Leadership competitions for scholarships and judging for SkillsUsa and The Greater New York Automotive Competition.
- Gained affiliations as sitting member for both Suffolk and Nassau Counties BOCES advisory committee
- Conducted in home parent/student interviews for college admission
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Sociology
Child And Adolescent Development
Planning And Coordinating Of The Annual
Advocate Counselor/college Advisor
Met with students to address wide-range of issues affecting students both in/outside of school setting.
- Was responsible for caseload of 70+ and applied services such as case management, informational workshops, and therapeutic groups
- Participated in interdisciplinary participant progress teams within the school
- Supported current and alumni students with college preparation process including financial aid, application, and personal essays
- Visited and spent frequent time visiting local and regional high schools/colleges to recruit students
- Experience managing recruitment territory and have skills using technology/social media for recruitment and admission purposes
- Assisted in the development, maintenance, and execution of the department's communication plan
- Served as a Supervisor for the Student Council Board
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Finance
Organizational Leadership
College Advisor
- Developed curriculum for and instructed the College/Career Readiness Course.
- Formulated and finalized post-secondary goals with continuing students and their support systems.
- Assisted graduating students and their families with the transition process in to Post-Secondary Education; included but not limited to the Financial Aid process and completion of college applications.
- Other administrative duties as assigned.
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Psychology
Child Development
Education
College Advisor Admissions Department
Responsible for identifying new student admissions into appropriate educational programs in line with the needs and career goals of prospective candidates.
- Manage the qualifying and interviewing process through the financial aid process with students who are planning or changing professional careers.
- Maintain a database of enrolled students who meet eligibility requirements, presenting the college standards of curriculum, monitoring progress through the selected program.
- Establish strong rapport with student and their families in effort to meet the immediate needs of the student with in a fast-paced environment.
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History
College Advisor
- Counseled 10-15 high school students daily regarding grades, extracurricular activities, standardized testing etc.
- Assisted 5-7 high school seniors a day in applying to college during the application process between October and December
- Helped 7-10 high school seniors daily in applying for financial aid between January and February
- Inputted new student information into the EAOP database on Microsoft Excel twice a month
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Communication Studies
Education
College Advisor
- Coach, advise, and maintain positive rapport with student population while providing excellent student service
- Enhance tools and provide numerous resources to foster student success and degree completion
- Closely monitor academic progress and attendance to ensure successful completion of coursework and maximize student retention
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory policies and procedures while managing population of 400 + students
- Proven ability to meet and exceed department expectations while working effectively in a fast-paced changing environment
- Serve as Mentor and provide training to [company name] new hires
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Integrated English Language Arts Adolescent Education
Master of Arts
Human Development Counseling
College Advisor/admissions Coordinator
Coordinate prospective student events including open houses, luncheons, shadow visit days
- Lead campus tours, informational recruitment presentations, and conduct student interviews
- Maintain application database, student profiles, test results
- Coordinate testing events, including ISEE and AP exams
- Serve as advisor to group of eight students, grades 9-12
- Counsel 9th/10th grade students and families through academic course placement, as well as college application procedures
- Develop curriculum and strategies for freshman transition activities, such as new student orientation and 9th grade fish camp
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Ethnic Studies & Sociology With A Concentration
College Advisor
- Assisted high school with university requirements to gain access to post-secondary education
- Plan, develop and implement innovative activities and information sessions for students and parents related to 4-year academic planning, financial aid, PSE institutions admissions trends and entrance requirements
- Communicated directly with school site personnel (teachers, counselors and principals) to assess the academic and personal needs of students through transcript evaluations, students interviews, and counselor recommendations
- Coordinated and facilitated workshops that prepare students for post-secondary success
- Proven leadership and fostered community with high school administration, parents, and students
- Well versed in university requirements, scholarships, college-career information and resources
- Co-conducted parent meetings, collaborated with middle and high school site staff/faculty
- Effectively worked with students and families from diverse backgrounds in numerous Title 1 schools
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Economics And Business
Assistant College Advisor
Edited college essays for content and structure
- Counseled students on essay topic selection and development
- Reviewed outgoing college applications for complete data
- Co-coordinated several events for high school senior and parents of students to guide them along the college application process
- Office assistance including faxing, filing, scanning, photocopying and mailing documents
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Education
Mental Health Counseling Curriculum
Guidance Counselor/college Advisor
Coordinate college visits to include itinerary which incorporated sight seeing, room and board, and college experience
- Organize and host parent college workshop which included chronological timeline for college planning
- Create weekly group counseling sessions for students with IEP's to ensure they were targeting short and long term goals
- Develop counseling curriculum to render services for mandated students with psychosocial and academic impediments
- Collaborate with Deans and Administration to carry out behavior intervention
- Track and coordinate student records and maintain appropriate documentation
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Arts
Journalism
Education Presentations
College Advisor
Assist in the registration process and provide career and personal support to students
- Advise students on career development, job seeking skills and industry trends in order to effectively prepare them to gain employment upon graduation
- Responsible for assisting degree seeking students with academic planning and transfer processing to four-year institutions
- Engage in student activities such as new student orientations, transfer and resource fairs
- Develop and implement strategies to assist and retain students through case management
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Liberal Arts
Psychology
Educational Talent Search- College Advisor
- Worked with approximately 160 low-income, first generation high school students at El Rancho High School in Pico Rivera, Ca.
- Provided students with academic advisement, course planning, and tutoring sessions.
- Provided students with numerous college campus visits to schools in the greater Los Angeles area and Orange County.
- Planned cultural enrichment activities for students to attend.
- Conducted workshops designed to help students excel in various academic areas.
- Provided students with Postsecondary option information.
- Provided students a wealth of College entrance examination information (ACT, SAT)
- Assisted students with the completion of college and financial aid applications
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years at this job
Bachelor of Arts
Project Management
College Advisor
Advises students on establishing academic and career goals; identifies the educational and career options appropriate for each student; and assists with the analysis of each option, including possible outcomes and their implications. Establishes an action plan for students to explore alternative careers and related majors
- Provides academic and career advising for students.
- Identifies options for students to satisfy degree requirements; evaluates and make recommendations on petitions and amendments to student's program of study; assists students in successful completion of degree/program requirements.
- Interprets and explains college and District policies and procedures; participates in preparation of orientations; presents academic information to new students and parents/family during orientation.
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Sociology
School Counseling
Part-time College Advisor/sub Teacher
Assist students with scholarship, college entrance, and financial aid application.
- Schedule students to complete required assessments, ACT, PSAT, SAT
- Hold meetings with parents and students regarding exit interview, attendance, GED, transfer of schools.
- Assist in planning interviews.
- Documentation of outreach in ILOG and Skedula
- Member of the Attendance Team
- Member of the School Based Support Team (IEP team)
- Plan special events such as career night, and college fair
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year at this job
High School Diploma
Customer Service
College Advisor Call Center
Called prospective students to explain service and degrees offered.
- Met and exceeded the sales expectations for production and quality.
- Obtained student information such as name, address, and entered contact information into computer database.
- Conduct phone interviews to qualify candidates and explain academic programs
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Social Work
Counseling
College Advisor
- Provided individual counseling and college preparation advising
- Conducted classroom presentations on community college requirements, California State University requirements, and University of California requirements
- Coordinated workshops on topics such as, college options, college applications, preparing for the SAT and ACT, A-G requirements, personal statement for colleges and financial aid workshops
- Assisted students on filling out college applications (CSU, UC, private universities, community college) and the Free Application For Student Application (FAFSA)
- Attended conferences to expand knowledge of community college, California State University and University of California requirements and policies
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years at this job
Kinesiology-health And Wellness
Spanish
College Advisor
Created four year academic plans for students
- Assisted with Financial Aid and College/University applications
- Lead group of students during College/University campus tours
- Inputted student information on Excel
- Filed student documents
- Collaborate with staff
- Motivate students
- Created a Wellness Handout for students
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International Business
College Advisor
Remotely Assisted college prospects
- Information gathering and verification
- Ensuring customer satisfaction
- Managed time tables and training grids
- Directing leads to specific clients
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months at this job
Bachelor of Business Administration
College Advisor
- Provide counseling to students as it relates to college.
- Provide material and resources related to standardized tests.
- Assist students with college/scholarship application process.
- Co-manage college tours and visits
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Biology
Spelman College Advisor Assistant
Scheduled appointments & events
- Designed Conference Booklets
- Answered phone calls
- Filed Paperwork
- Mail Drop-off
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English Literature
English Literature
Creative Writing
College Advisor
- Cultivate productive working relationships with school administrators, counselors, and teachers to promote a college-going culture at Cody High School (700 students)
- Meet one-on-one with graduating seniors to find their "best match" colleges, complete college applications, and discuss financial aid applications and resources
- Present to several classrooms of approximately 25 students as well as grade level assemblies with over 150 attendees on the importance of performing well academically, getting involved in extracurricular activities, and pursuing higher education or the workforce upon high school graduation
- Coordinate regular college visits from local college representatives to the high school campus to enhance the visibility of higher education institutions to prospective students
- Organize admissions and financial aid informational events for parents
- Collect metrics such as submitted college applications, acceptances, scholarships and financial aid applications for a national external evaluation to quantitatively measure outcomes and qualitative results
- Collect, edit, and hold conferences on writing skills and editing of scholarship and admissions essays to enable students to begin independently writing and submitting university-level essays
- Created "Coffee Shop College Talk, " a monthly event in a local coffee shop for students and parents to talk about college- which became best practice for other advisors around the state and was shared as Wyoming's best practice at national convention of College Advising Corps
- Created the "CHS Higher Ed Herald, " a monthly newsletter of college-related events in Wyoming, neighboring states, and at the high school- became a best practice for advisors across the state
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Geology And Geophysics
Economics
Management And Marketing
College Advisor / International Student Advisor
- Provide academic guidance to a cohort of approximately 750 domestic and international students including preparing academic plans and coordinating early interventions
- Perform holistic advising for all international students at the institution including student admissions, student status maintenance, visa status requirements and restrictions, academic program monitoring and program completion
- Counsel all prospective international students regarding admissions requirements and procedures and serve as a point of contact throughout the admissions process from inquiry, to issuance of immigration forms (I-20), to enrollment
- Serve as a designated school official (DSO) and coordinate SEVIS reporting on the Wright College campus including records management, regulatory compliance and staff training
- Advise students on the proper preparation of change of status applications and F-1 student visa benefit applications (includes OPT and economic hardship employment authorization applications)
- Present academic workshops including learning styles workshops, satisfactory academic progress workshops, new student orientations and other student-facing educational workshops
- Served on a district-wide taskforce charged with redesigning the City Colleges of Chicago website, which included serving as a content contributor on international student issues
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