ABOUT ME
Jose Ramos
College Matchmaker and Admissions Strategist
I’m a proud Rochester, New York native who has called Tampa home since 2021. As a first-generation, college graduate from a Puerto Rican family, my passion for college access and student success runs deep. Over the past decade, I’ve dedicated myself to helping hundreds of students find their ideal college fit, guiding them through the admissions process and making higher education an attainable reality.
With ten years of experience in admissions and college counseling, I’ve had the privilege of creating scholarships, establishing programs, and building partnerships that have opened doors for hundreds of students. Each student I work with has a unique story, and I believe in tailoring my guidance to their individual goals and aspirations.
The college application process can feel overwhelming for students and their families, but I strive to ease that stress, provide clarity, and make the journey as positive and empowering as possible. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping students navigate this pivotal chapter in their lives and watching them achieve their dreams.
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Experience:
Director of Recruitment & Enrollment - June 2024 to Present
Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School – Tampa, FL
Regional Associate Director of Admissions - September 2022 to June 2024
Bucknell University – Lewisburg, PA
College Counselor - August 2021 to August 2022
Academy of the Holy Names – Tampa, FL
Assistant Director of Freshman Admissions & Multicultural Recruiter - June 2019 to July 2021
St. John Fisher University – Rochester, NY
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Freshman Admissions Counselor/Multicultural Recruiter - September 2014 to May 2019
St. John Fisher University – Rochester, NY
Program Coordinator and Mentor - January 2015 to August 2021
College Bound Program – Rochester, NY
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Education:
Master of Business Administration with Concentration in General Management – 2019
St. John Fisher University – Rochester, NY
Bachelor of Science in Business Management with Concentration in Marketing – 2013
St. John Fisher University – Rochester, NY
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate – 2021
University of South Florida, Muma College of Business – Tampa, FL
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Latino Leadership Development Program – 2016
United Way of Rochester – Rochester, NY