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intro & anyone work in university admissions, advising, etc?
Hi~ I'm usually on the TTGP board on The Bump, but have a career question:
I'm a middle school teacher seriously considering a career change. I'd love to still work with students, and higher ed really interests me. I've applied for a couple admissions counselor and academic advising positions at the local universities in the last couple years, but haven't received any responses. I'm wondering if it's because I don't have my masters. Now I'm considering an MA in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership. Just wondering if anyone in this field has their masters or if it's necessary. Thanks!
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Re: intro & anyone work in university admissions, advising, etc?
I worked in admissions at a large southern university from Aug 2008-Oct 2011. I didn't have my masters, in fact, that was my first job after graduating with my BS in Public Relations. Many of the recruiters at our university did not have their masters and it wasn't a requirement for the job. It was a "desire" qualification but many didn't have it, a few did and some were in the process of obtaining. Most had their undergrad degree in Public Relations, Marketing or Communications.
Most of the recruiters (admissions counselors) did get that job fresh out of college (undergrad) and I know that's often desired. Admissions, especially recruitment, is a lot of hard work, tons of travel, high stress (meeting quota), etc., and turnover rate at all universities is fairly high (on average recruiters stay in recruitment for about 2 years). So, since you've been teaching and aren't right out of college, that may be working a bit against you.
In my experience, most of the recruiters moved on to academic advising positions within the various colleges at the university (Engineering, Liberal Arts, that sort of thing). The experience they gained as a recruiter landed those jobs for them. However, by the time they went to that position, most had their masters.
If I would have stayed in admissions/recruitment I would have gotten my masters in Higher Ed but last fall I moved over to development/fundraising and work as an event planner so that's changed my education plans a bit.
In short, if this is something you are really interested in, looking into getting your masters in higher ed is probably a good idea but just keep applying, these jobs are seriously competitive...but there is a really high turnover rate so these positions will always be open.
Good luck!
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I agree with the bolded above. I currently work in admissions at a private, Catholic university doing events and special projects (with some advising of non-traditional students). Based on your background, you'd more likely qualify for advising and program-based positions (like specifically in a university's College of Education, for example). Admissions Counselors are young and ours travel much of the fall and spring on the road in their territories. Not ideal for someone with, pregnant or wanting children.
If you're looking for a shift to higher ed, I'd suggest going after positions that will highlight the talents of your education background. I'd focus on getting work experience in higher ed vs. just getting a masters degree. Make sure you like it before you spend the time and money on the degree (and let them pay for it!).