Admissions Coordinator

The J.D. Admissions Coordinator at Harvard Law School is responsible for a range of administrative and operational projects and processes. This role provides exceptional customer service in a team-based environment, with primary responsibility for front-line external inquiries.

Job-Specific Responsibilities

As an Admissions Coordinator you will: 

• Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective applicants, applicants, and incoming students on all aspects of the Program, with responsibility for walk-in, telephone and email inquiries  

• Process admissions applications and related materials, coordinating between the Admissions Assistant and applicants to complete and maintain comprehensive file management 

• Review applicant submissions and credentials, exercising discretion in determining eligibility, authenticity, and completeness, and communicating with applicants regarding same  

• Identify, review, and track required transcripts and college certification forms for matriculation, aligning all documentation with American Bar Association (ABA) requirements and standards 

• Assist in the preparation data for Law School, University, and government submission, with primary responsibility for GPA calculation and verification  

• Execute independent decision-making to determine eligibility for financial subsidies 

• Provide administrative support for fall recruitment travel, maintaining relationships with pre-law advisors across colleges and universities 

• Conduct basic file review to assist in admissions process 

• Assist with visa processing for incoming students 

• Assist with website management, including creation of original visual, audio, and text content to guide prospective students through the admissions process  

• Support J.D. Admissions staff members with administrative and office tasks as required