Director, University International Enrollment

United States — International Student Market

1.2M inbound students (2025) +3%

1. India 363K

2. China 266K

3. South Korea 42K

4. Canada 30K

5. Vietnam 26K

9 international branch campuses in United States

This employer operates 1 active branch campus in 1 country

OVERVIEW The Director, University International Enrollment at the University of Delaware provides leadership for global enrollment initiatives and supports the university’s international education strategy. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Enrollment & Access, this role serves as the university’s primary expert in international recruitment and enrollment planning. The position contributes to university-wide international initiatives, partnership development, and international programming within higher education.

• Lead university-wide goals related to international enrollment
• Develop strategic international recruitment plans and initiatives
• Serve as the university’s primary international recruitment expert and strategist
• Oversee sponsored student recruitment activities
• Support global strategy initiatives across the university
• Manage international partnerships and collaborations
• Advise university leadership on international recruitment matters
• Expand partnerships with non-US institutions
• Foster relationships with international alumni
• Oversee administrative processes and budgets related to international enrollment initiatives
• Support international programming efforts across the university
• Participate broadly in internationally focused initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree with related professional experience
• Leadership experience in international education
• Expertise in international recruitment strategies
• Ability to collaborate with international institutions
• Understanding of international higher education systems
• Ability to travel internationally WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This role supports the university’s international enrollment priorities and helps strengthen global engagement across higher education initiatives. Effective international recruitment and partnership development can expand opportunities for students, improve institutional collaboration, and support long-term enrollment goals. The position also contributes to broader international initiatives that connect the university with institutions and communities worldwide.

• Highlight leadership experience connected to international education and university enrollment initiatives
• Provide examples of successful international recruitment strategies or partnership development
• Demonstrate experience collaborating with international institutions and diverse stakeholders
• Emphasize knowledge of international higher education systems and recruitment practices
• Include examples of managing budgets, administrative processes, or cross-functional initiatives
• Prepare to discuss experience supporting international enrollment growth and global recruitment efforts