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Mary Lynn Wells

Summary

Professional with experience in facilitating access and support services. Known for strong collaborative skills and ability to adapt to changing needs, ensuring reliable and effective outcomes. Skilled in communication, idea-generating, creative problem-solving, and customer service. Valued for integrity, dependability, and results-driven mindset.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

College Access Specialist

Granite Edvance
08.2025 - Current
  • Provided individualized college counseling, career planning, and financial aid guidance to students and families, with a focus on first-generation, underrepresented, and rural populations across New Hampshire.
  • Guided students through the college search, application, and decision-making process, supporting application strategy, institutional fit, and postsecondary planning.
  • Designed and delivered college access programming for students and families statewide, including workshops, seminars, and informational events focused on equity and access.
  • Built partnerships with secondary schools, counselors, and community organizations; collaborated with internal teams to develop inclusive college-planning resources and evaluate program effectiveness.

Assistant Director of Admission

Dublin School
07.2024 - 06.2025
  • Counseled prospective students and families through the full admissions and financial aid process via in-person, phone, and Zoom meetings, emphasizing fit, readiness, and long-term success.
  • Guided 98 student inquiries through the admissions process, yielding 40 applicants and 21 enrolled students for the 2025–26 academic year (50%+ yield).
  • Partnered with the Director of Enrollment Management on financial aid evaluation and award decisions, supporting families in navigating affordability and enrollment planning.
  • Collaborated with Marketing and Communications to develop admissions content, outreach materials, and presentations; represented the school at fairs, school visits, and community events.
  • Served as a dorm parent and student advisor, supporting residential life, student well-being, and community engagement beyond the classroom.

Assistant Director of Admission

The White Mountain School
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Managed recruitment and admissions for a diverse student population, including international students and students from therapeutic and nontraditional educational backgrounds.
  • Led the transition to rolling admissions, contributing to 10 additional enrollments during the 2023–24 academic year.
  • Oversaw the full admissions cycle, including application review, interviews, admissions and financial aid decisions, and family advising.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with feeder schools, educational consultants, and international agents; signed 12 new agency partnerships.
  • Assisted the College Counseling office by supporting seniors with college applications and personal essays; served as dorm staff supporting student life and community programming.

Admission Counselor

Sewanee: The University of the South
12.2021 - 06.2023
  • Served as primary admissions counselor for a multi-state territory, guiding approximately 280 students and families through the college search, application, and financial aid process.
  • Conducted individualized counseling meetings focused on academic preparation, course rigor, institutional fit, and affordability.
  • Reviewed applications, evaluated candidates, and contributed to admissions decision-making processes.
  • Built sustained relationships with high school counselors and community partners through extensive regional travel.
  • Planned and executed large-scale yield events; collaborated with faculty and staff to connect prospective students with academic and campus resources.

Culture and Language Assistant

Auxiliare de Conversación
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Assisted English teachers in Spanish public schools, as a conversation and culture assistant.
  • Created presentations and lessons plans to encourage Spanish students to form a more robust understanding of the English language and American culture.
  • Employed and funded by the Spanish Ministry of Education

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Sewanee: The University of The South
Sewanee
05.2018

Skills

    College Counseling & Student Advising
    Application Strategy & Essay Support
    Financial Aid & Affordability Counseling
    Independent School Admissions
    Student & Family Communication Letter Writing & Editing
    Event Planning & Programming Relationship Building with Colleges & Counselors
    Slate CRM Google Suite Microsoft Suite Canva
    Intermediate Spanish

Timeline

College Access Specialist

Granite Edvance
08.2025 - Current

Assistant Director of Admission

Dublin School
07.2024 - 06.2025

Assistant Director of Admission

The White Mountain School
07.2023 - 06.2024

Admission Counselor

Sewanee: The University of the South
12.2021 - 06.2023

Culture and Language Assistant

Auxiliare de Conversación
09.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Sewanee: The University of The South

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