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Stars College Advisor
State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a college advisor in rural South Carolina high schools, helping high-achieving students from underserved areas navigate the entire college application process, from planning and searching for schools to writing essays and understanding financial aid.
The role requires building relationships with school staff and providing both one-on-one guidance and group presentations, often traveling to schools and working flexible hours.
It's ideal for someone passionate about education equity who enjoys mentoring teens and has experience in admissions or counseling.
Key Requirements
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including public presentation abilities
- Experience in admissions, financial aid, or working with high school students and counselors (preferred)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
- Strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
- Willingness to travel, work outside standard hours, and maintain confidentiality
- Positive, customer-friendly attitude with professional judgment and initiative
Full Job Description
Stars College Advisor
Department: EM Undergraduate Admissions
Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.
More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.
In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.
All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
The University of South Carolina is one of 32 member institutions in the STARS (Small Town and Rural Students) College Network (https://starscollegenetwork.org/).
Through philanthropy and institutional funding, STARS member institutions support thousands of rural students across the United States on their journey to college.
We are seeking a full-time college advisor for our College Advising partnership to serve in underserved high schools in small and rural counties, with a focus on supporting high-achieving students as they navigate the college admissions process.
The STARS College Advisor position is housed within the Undergraduate Admissions Office and will collaborate closely with high school counselors, school administrators, and college access organizations within their assigned schools.
The STARS College Advisor will advise high-achieving high school students and provide individualized guidance to students applying to a wide range of postsecondary institutions, including, but not limited to, highly selective colleges and universities.
This position supports students throughout the full college application process for any college of interest, including academic planning, college search and selection, application strategy, essay development, and financial aid literacy.
While the role places particular emphasis on supporting students pursuing admission to selective and competitive institutions, the adviser also ensure students are well-supported in identifying and applying to institutions that best align with their academic goals, interests, and personal circumstances.
The role includes one-on-one advising sessions – both in-person and virtual – classroom and small-group presentations on the college application process, and regular in-person site visits to assigned schools.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in admissions or financial aid and/or working with high school students and counselors is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including strong public presentation abilities
• Ability to take the initiative for projects and improvement.
• Strong professional judgement.
• Ability to work outside standard university business hours and willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently is required.
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Must possess and maintain a customer-friendly and positive attitude.
Job Close Date
03/26/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6913320
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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