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The MBA Enrollment Data Analyst supports the strategic objectives of the Rice Business Recruiting and Admissions Office as a member of the MBA Enrollment Management Operations team. The position supports the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of Rice Business MBA enrollment-related data. Reporting to the Director of MBA Operations, this position plays a critical role in providing actionable insights to inform recruiting and admissions strategies, support enrollment planning and forecasting, and strengthen data-informed decision-making in support of Rice Business enrollment targets.
The MBA Enrollment Data Analyst will manage and analyze data related to prospective student engagement, application activity, admissions decisions, enrollment conversion, student demographics, and overall prospective student experiences. The position will also support the development and maintenance of enrollment forecasting models, dashboards, and reports to monitor performance, identify trends, and evaluate progress toward enrollment goals.
A key responsibility of this role is to improve and maintain data integrity through ongoing data auditing, cleaning, validation, and standardization. The MBA Enrollment Data Analyst will identify and resolve data inconsistencies, establish consistent reporting definitions and methodologies, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve data quality and ensure reliable, accurate, and actionable reporting across the Recruiting and Admissions Office.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents of the application, preferably in PDF format, to avoid formatting issues. Applications submitted without these documents will not be considered.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The ideal candidate is a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and strategically minded professional with a natural curiosity and passion for understanding what data reveals. This candidate is a creative problem solver who looks beyond the numbers to identify trends, uncover opportunities, ask thoughtful questions, and translate complex information into meaningful, actionable insights for a wide range of stakeholders. They possess the ability to connect data to broader organizational goals, communicate findings in a clear and compelling manner, and proactively anticipate the information needed to support sound decision-making.
This individual embraces emerging technologies, including AI, as tools to enhance analytical capabilities, improve efficiencies, and explore new ways of approaching challenges. Above all, they are intellectually curious, collaborative, forward-thinking, and motivated by using data to drive strategy, strengthen performance, and advance enrollment objectives across all MBA modalities.
Workplace Requirements:
Rice Business primarily delivers residential classes and activities taking place almost daily between 7 am and 10 pm. We value a highly collaborative and community-based culture, with expectations to provide in-person support and services to all members of our community. Remote work options are limited. Most employment activities are required to be performed in-person and on-campus. This in-person approach is central to the successful achievement of our research and academic missions.
This position is exclusively on-site, necessitating all duties to be performed in-person at McNair Hall on a 5-day in-office schedule with an 8:30am – 5:00 pm workday. Remote work opportunities will be assessed and approved on an as-needed basis following the successful conclusion of the probationary period.
Business professional attire is often required, with the flexibility to shift to business casual on non-event, external-facing interactions.
Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience.
Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- No substitutions permitted
- Two or more (2+) years of professional data analysis experience
- In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education above and beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
- Skills:
- In-depth knowledge and experience using and applying analytical software, database management system software, database reporting software, database user interface and query software, and data mining software
- Advanced ability to collect data using a variety of methods, such as data mining and hardcopy or electronic documentation study, to improve or expand databases
- Basic statistical ability
- Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple activities in a deadline-oriented environment; highly organized, flexible and rigorous attention to detail
- Ability to use logic to calculate data; efficiently construct a database or scrutinize the form of a question
- Ability to work with data of varying levels of quality and validity
- Demonstrated ability to produce data in a clear and understandable manner meeting user requirements
Preferences:
- Experience in higher education, graduate business education, or enrollment management.
- Experience working with CRM platforms such as Slate, Salesforce, or similar systems.
- Knowledge of data extraction and database management.
- Experience with enrollment funnel analysis, forecasting, and conversion reporting.
- Experience presenting analytical findings to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Familiarity with graduate rankings, external benchmarking surveys, and institutional reporting.
Essential Functions:
- Collect, analyze, and interpret enrollment data across all Rice Business MBA modalities.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and recurring reports that monitor key enrollment metrics, including inquiries, leads, applications, admissions, deposits, and matriculation.
- At the direction of the Director of Operations, track enrollment funnel performance and identify trends, conversion gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Monitor progress against enrollment goals and provide regular reporting to leadership and key stakeholders.
- Conduct historical and comparative analysis to support enrollment forecasting, strategic planning, and resource allocation.
- Identify opportunities to improve data collection, reporting processes, and the overall use of analytics across enrollment management strategies.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to gather and validate information related to enrollment management data that informs other areas within the graduate student profiles and employment outcomes, student demographics, admissions selectivity, academic profile, and program performance.
- Identify data discrepancies and work with stakeholders to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely submission of information.
- Serve as a primary data resource for internal stakeholders who contribute to enrollment objectives.
- Provide insights that inform recruiting strategies, event effectiveness, lead management, and enrollment conversion.
- Conduct ongoing data audits, cleanup, and standardization to resolve historical discrepancies and improve data accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
- Establish and maintain standardized data definitions, reporting methodologies, and documentation to ensure consistency across enrollment reporting and analysis.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Additional Functions:
- Identify opportunities for synergy and integration with RAO colleagues and Rice Business colleagues.
- Works in coordination with primary stakeholders aligned with enrollment management targets, e.g., Marketing and Rice Business reporting.
- Provides as-needed support to all enrollment management initiatives.
Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Human Resources Office via email at facstaffada@rice.edu for support.
If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.
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Position Summary:
The MBA Enrollment Data Analyst supports the strategic objectives of the Rice Business Recruiting and Admissions Office as a member of the MBA Enrollment Management Operations team. The position supports the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of Rice Business MBA enrollment-related data. Reporting to the Director of MBA Operations, this position plays a critical role in providing actionable insights to inform recruiting and admissions strategies, support enrollment planning and forecasting, and strengthen data-informed decision-making in support of Rice Business enrollment targets.
The MBA Enrollment Data Analyst will manage and analyze data related to prospective student engagement, application activity, admissions decisions, enrollment conversion, student demographics, and overall prospective student experiences. The position will also support the development and maintenance of enrollment forecasting models, dashboards, and reports to monitor performance, identify trends, and evaluate progress toward enrollment goals.
A key responsibility of this role is to improve and maintain data integrity through ongoing data auditing, cleaning, validation, and standardization. The MBA Enrollment Data Analyst will identify and resolve data inconsistencies, establish consistent reporting definitions and methodologies, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve data quality and ensure reliable, accurate, and actionable reporting across the Recruiting and Admissions Office.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents of the application, preferably in PDF format, to avoid formatting issues. Applications submitted without these documents will not be considered.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The ideal candidate is a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and strategically minded professional with a natural curiosity and passion for understanding what data reveals. This candidate is a creative problem solver who looks beyond the numbers to identify trends, uncover opportunities, ask thoughtful questions, and translate complex information into meaningful, actionable insights for a wide range of stakeholders. They possess the ability to connect data to broader organizational goals, communicate findings in a clear and compelling manner, and proactively anticipate the information needed to support sound decision-making.
This individual embraces emerging technologies, including AI, as tools to enhance analytical capabilities, improve efficiencies, and explore new ways of approaching challenges. Above all, they are intellectually curious, collaborative, forward-thinking, and motivated by using data to drive strategy, strengthen performance, and advance enrollment objectives across all MBA modalities.
Workplace Requirements:
Rice Business primarily delivers residential classes and activities taking place almost daily between 7 am and 10 pm. We value a highly collaborative and community-based culture, with expectations to provide in-person support and services to all members of our community. Remote work options are limited. Most employment activities are required to be performed in-person and on-campus. This in-person approach is central to the successful achievement of our research and academic missions.
This position is exclusively on-site, necessitating all duties to be performed in-person at McNair Hall on a 5-day in-office schedule with an 8:30am – 5:00 pm workday. Remote work opportunities will be assessed and approved on an as-needed basis following the successful conclusion of the probationary period.
Business professional attire is often required, with the flexibility to shift to business casual on non-event, external-facing interactions.
Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience.
Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- No substitutions permitted
- Two or more (2+) years of professional data analysis experience
- In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education above and beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
- Skills:
- In-depth knowledge and experience using and applying analytical software, database management system software, database reporting software, database user interface and query software, and data mining software
- Advanced ability to collect data using a variety of methods, such as data mining and hardcopy or electronic documentation study, to improve or expand databases
- Basic statistical ability
- Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple activities in a deadline-oriented environment; highly organized, flexible and rigorous attention to detail
- Ability to use logic to calculate data; efficiently construct a database or scrutinize the form of a question
- Ability to work with data of varying levels of quality and validity
- Demonstrated ability to produce data in a clear and understandable manner meeting user requirements
Preferences:
- Experience in higher education, graduate business education, or enrollment management.
- Experience working with CRM platforms such as Slate, Salesforce, or similar systems.
- Knowledge of data extraction and database management.
- Experience with enrollment funnel analysis, forecasting, and conversion reporting.
- Experience presenting analytical findings to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Familiarity with graduate rankings, external benchmarking surveys, and institutional reporting.
Essential Functions:
- Collect, analyze, and interpret enrollment data across all Rice Business MBA modalities.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and recurring reports that monitor key enrollment metrics, including inquiries, leads, applications, admissions, deposits, and matriculation.
- At the direction of the Director of Operations, track enrollment funnel performance and identify trends, conversion gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Monitor progress against enrollment goals and provide regular reporting to leadership and key stakeholders.
- Conduct historical and comparative analysis to support enrollment forecasting, strategic planning, and resource allocation.
- Identify opportunities to improve data collection, reporting processes, and the overall use of analytics across enrollment management strategies.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to gather and validate information related to enrollment management data that informs other areas within the graduate student profiles and employment outcomes, student demographics, admissions selectivity, academic profile, and program performance.
- Identify data discrepancies and work with stakeholders to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely submission of information.
- Serve as a primary data resource for internal stakeholders who contribute to enrollment objectives.
- Provide insights that inform recruiting strategies, event effectiveness, lead management, and enrollment conversion.
- Conduct ongoing data audits, cleanup, and standardization to resolve historical discrepancies and improve data accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
- Establish and maintain standardized data definitions, reporting methodologies, and documentation to ensure consistency across enrollment reporting and analysis.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Additional Functions:
- Identify opportunities for synergy and integration with RAO colleagues and Rice Business colleagues.
- Works in coordination with primary stakeholders aligned with enrollment management targets, e.g., Marketing and Rice Business reporting.
- Provides as-needed support to all enrollment management initiatives.
Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Human Resources Office via email at facstaffada@rice.edu for support.
If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Enrollment Specialist
Target higher education institutions directly
Universities, community colleges, and trade schools frequently hire Enrollment Specialists and have established HR processes for OPT work authorization. Their familiarity with F-1 status makes the conversation about your work authorization significantly smoother than with private employers.
Frame your F-1 background as a differentiator
You've personally navigated the international student enrollment process. That firsthand experience is genuinely valuable in this role. Highlight it explicitly in your cover letter and interviews as insight that domestic candidates simply don't bring to the position.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Enrollment Specialist positions that require a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or a related field typically qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Avoid postings that list a degree as preferred rather than required, as that distinction affects future sponsorship eligibility.
Check if your degree field supports a STEM extension
If your degree is in data analytics, information systems, or educational technology, your Enrollment Specialist role may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm the SOC code your employer uses on your I-983 training plan aligns with your STEM-designated degree field.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer
Raise the H-1B question during final-stage interviews, not after signing. Ask whether the organization has sponsored employees before and whether they work with immigration counsel. Institutions that have done it once are far more likely to do it again without hesitation.
Build relationships inside enrollment and registrar offices
Informational conversations with staff in enrollment management, admissions, and registrar offices help you understand which institutions actively hire and sponsor international employees. These connections often surface openings before they're posted publicly and can lead to internal referrals.
Enrollment Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Enrollment Specialist jobs typically qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes. Enrollment Specialist roles at accredited educational institutions and ed-tech companies generally qualify for F-1 OPT because they require a bachelor's degree in a related field such as education, counseling, or communications. Your OPT EAD card authorizes you to work in any job directly related to your degree field. Confirm the job posting lists a degree as required, not just preferred, to stay on solid footing.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension as an Enrollment Specialist?
It depends on your degree field and the employer's ability to complete the I-983 training plan. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as educational technology, data science, or information systems, and your Enrollment Specialist role involves qualifying work in that area, you may be eligible for the 24-month STEM extension. Your DSO and employer must agree on a training plan that connects your daily work to your STEM degree.
Do education employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Enrollment Specialists?
Public universities and large higher education systems sponsor H-1B visas more consistently than most private employers, partly because they qualify as cap-exempt institutions and can file H-1B petitions year-round without entering the annual lottery. Private colleges and ed-tech companies vary. When evaluating offers, ask specifically whether the organization has sponsored H-1B petitions before and whether they retain immigration counsel.
Where can I find Enrollment Specialist jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship and OPT compatibility. Browsing Enrollment Specialist listings on Migrate Mate lets you focus on employers that have a documented history of hiring international candidates, saving time you'd otherwise spend screening postings that won't work for your situation.
What happens to my OPT if my Enrollment Specialist job ends before my EAD expires?
F-1 OPT allows a cumulative 90 days of unemployment during the standard 12-month period. If you're on a STEM extension, that limit drops to 60 days total across both periods. The clock starts the day your employment ends, not when you find new work. Notify your DSO promptly, update your SEVIS record, and begin your job search immediately to stay within the unemployment window.