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Admissions Counselor Mock Interview

To help you prepare for your Admissions Counselor interview, here are 35 interview questions and answer examples.

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What questions do you have for me?

During job interviews, it's common for the interviewer to ask if you have any questions for them. This is an opportunity to gain more insight into the company and the role you're applying for. It also shows the interviewer you're engaged and interested in the position. Some good questions could be about the company culture, the specific responsibilities of the role, or any potential opportunities for growth within the company. Having several questions ready for the interviewer is always a great idea. Review the school's website and other online resources to ensure your questions are not mundane or redundant. The last thing an interviewer wants to hear is a list of items you could have found the answers to from merely watching a video on their website!

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35 Admissions Counselor Interview Questions & Answers

Below is a list of our Admissions Counselor interview questions. Click on any interview question to view our answer advice and answer examples. You may view six answer examples before our paywall loads. Afterwards, you'll be asked to upgrade to view the rest of our answers.

  • Ask The Interviewer

    1. What questions do you have for me?

  • Communication

    2. Walk me through your approach with students who are undecided on their major.

  • Communication

    3. Presenting accurate reports and documentation is an important part of being an admissions counselor. How would you describe your written communication skills?

  • Compatibility

    4. What unique qualities can you bring to our school?

  • Compatibility

    5. If asked, how do you believe your coworkers would describe you?

  • Compatibility

    6. How much of each student's background do you like to learn?

  • Competency

    7. In your opinion, what are the top 3 functions of an admissions counselor?

  • Creative Thinking

    8. What is the most creative way you have helped a student overcome a challenge?

  • Creative Thinking

    9. If you were a college mascot, what would you be and why?

  • Creative Thinking

    10. What are your favorite resources for helping students discover potential career choices?

  • Critical Thinking

    11. Under what circumstance would you suggest a student change majors?

  • Diligence

    12. How often do you monitor the progress of the students on your academic roster?

  • Diligence

    13. How often do you take work home with you?

  • Diligence

    14. What do you know about the culture at our school?

  • Diligence

    15. How familiar are you with the undergrad and graduate programs at our school?

  • Direct

    16. Tell me about yourself.

  • Direct

    17. How would you describe your work ethic?

  • Discovery

    18. What do you find most rewarding about being an admissions counselor?

  • Discovery

    19. As an admissions counselor, understanding sources of inspiration is important. Who has inspired you in your life and why?

  • Discovery

    20. Why do you want to work as an admissions counselor at our facility?

  • Discovery

    21. What did you think of your admissions counselor when you were an undergraduate student?

  • Diversity

    22. When have you worked among a diverse group of people?

  • Experience

    23. We are asking for 8 years of experience in an academic environment and you have just 5. Why do you think you are qualified for this position?

  • Job Satisfaction

    24. What causes you to feel dissatisfied on the job?

  • Leadership

    25. Tell me about your leadership qualities and how those help you with leading your students.

  • Problem Solving

    26. When faced with a problem, are you more likely to jump into solving it, or are you the type to carefully assess the issue first?

  • Problem Solving

    27. What would you do if a student on your academic roster was failing a course?

  • Role-Specific

    28. If you could have any superpower to help you do your job, what would it be and why?

  • Role-Specific

    29. All of our candidates must pass a criminal record check and education verification. Is there any reason why you would not be comfortable with this?

  • Role-Specific

    30. What is the craziest thing you've ever done to promote your school to potential students?

  • Salary

    31. What is your current salary?

  • Scenario Based

    32. What is the most unusual college application you've ever seen?

  • Stress

    33. How do you handle stress on the job?

  • Teamwork

    34. Do you consider yourself a team player? Why?

  • Tough

    35. As an admissions counselor you will often be privy to sensitive situations. Do you think honesty is always the best policy?