Melissa Mc Ginnis
About Melissa Mc Ginnis
Melissa McGinnis serves as the Assistant Director of Admissions at the Jackson Institute for Global Affairs at Yale University, a position she has held since 2018. With over two decades of experience in admissions roles, she previously worked at Princeton University and has an educational background that includes a Bachelor's degree from The King's College and a Master's degree from Azusa Pacific University.
Work at Yale University
Melissa McGinnis has served as the Assistant Director of Admissions at the Jackson Institute for Global Affairs at Yale University since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the admissions process for graduate programs, engaging with prospective students, and implementing strategies to attract a diverse applicant pool. Her position at Yale marks a significant step in her career, following over two decades of experience in admissions and higher education.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Prior to her current role at Yale University, Melissa McGinnis worked for 22 years at Princeton University as the Graduate Admissions Office Manager and Technical Admin for the School of Public and International Affairs. Her responsibilities included managing admissions processes and providing technical support. Additionally, she held various positions at other institutions, including the University of Pennsylvania and The King's College, where she gained extensive experience in admissions and academic administration.
Educational Background
Melissa McGinnis earned her Bachelor's degree in English from The King's College, where she studied from 1987 to 1991. She later pursued a Master of Education (MEd) in College Student Affairs at Azusa Pacific University, completing her studies from 2007 to 2010. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in admissions and student affairs.
Consulting Experience in Graduate Admissions
From 2016 to 2019, Melissa McGinnis worked as a Graduate Admissions Consultant at AcceptU. In this role, she provided guidance and support to prospective graduate students navigating the admissions process. Her consulting experience complements her extensive background in admissions, enhancing her expertise in the field.