Admission Counselor

Designation: Academic Advisor

Location: Bangalore

Experience Required: 2+ years

Language Known: English, Marathi, Hindi

Company Description

MetaApply IE is a global leader in international education, with end-to-end specialized services in higher education and language learning. Our mission is to revolutionize the study-abroad journey through robust, AI-powered recommendations that connect students to world-class programmes at the best universities around the world. We make sure to transcend boundaries in reaching every aspirant, empowering them to achieve their global dreams.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Guidance:

• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions with students to understand their academic aspirations, career goals, and preferences.

• Provide personalized advice on suitable courses, universities, and countries based on the student's profile and interests.

Application Assistance:

• Assist students in preparing and submitting accurate and complete applications to overseas universities and colleges.

• Guide students through the application requirements, including essays, recommendation letters, and standardized test scores.

Information Dissemination:

• Stay updated on educational trends, admission criteria, scholarship opportunities, and visa requirements for various countries.

• Share relevant information with students, ensuring they have a clear understanding of their options.

Profile Evaluation:

• Evaluate students' academic records, test scores, and extracurricular activities to assess their eligibility for different programs.

• Identify areas for improvement and recommend strategies to enhance their application.

Financial Planning:

• Advise students and their families on estimated tuition costs, living expenses, and available scholarships or financial aid options.

• Help students create a budget and financial plan for their overseas education.

Visa Support:

• Assist students in preparing the necessary documentation for visa applications.

• Explain visa requirements, and interview processes, and support students in acquiring the required documents.

Pre-Departure Orientation:

• Conduct pre-departure sessions to educate students about the cultural, academic, and practical aspects of living and studying abroad.

Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with universities, colleges, and educational institutions to stay informed about their offerings.

• Collaborate with university representatives to streamline the application and admission process.

Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate records of student interactions, counselling sessions, and application progress.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree

• Strong knowledge of international education systems, admission processes, and study destinations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students, parents, and university representatives.

• Problem-solving ability to address students' concerns and provide appropriate solutions.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and priorities.

• Proficiency in using educational and career counselling tools and software.

• Cultural sensitivity and awareness to work with diverse student populations.

Experience:

• Previous experience in student education counselling or related roles in US, Europe, UK is preferred.

• Familiarity with different study destinations and university systems is advantageous

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person