About Sweet Briar College

Sweet Briar College is a nationally recognized liberal arts institution committed to cultivating female leaders. Consistently ranked among the most innovative liberal arts colleges by U.S. News & World Report, Sweet Briar stands out for its robust liberal arts programs and unique opportunities in women’s leadership, engineering, sustainability, the arts, and its renowned equestrian program.

Nestled in the foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, our picturesque campus features stunning lakes, forests, trails, vineyards, and greenhouses. With an intimate student-to-faculty ratio of 8:1, Sweet Briar fosters close-knit, supportive relationships that empower students to thrive academically and personally.

Job Summary

Sweet Briar College is seeking an experienced, results-oriented Senior Admissions Counselor to join the Department of Enrollment Management. This position plays a key role in recruiting, engaging, and enrolling prospective students while managing an assigned recruitment territory and student portfolio from initial inquiry through enrollment.

The Senior Admissions Counselor is expected to bring demonstrated experience in college admissions, strong relationship-building and consultative recruitment skills, sound judgment, and a data-informed approach to territory and pipeline management. In addition to carrying an individual recruitment portfolio, this role will serve as an experienced resource to colleagues, contribute to counselor training and best-practice sharing, and help strengthen the overall effectiveness of the Admissions team.