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Macalester

Admissions Application Reader-1

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$20.60 - $21.43/hr

Overview The Macalester College Admissions Office seeks multiple Seasonal Remote Application Readers to support our full-time staff in the application review process for our upcoming application ...

Miami University

Job Title Application Reader-9 Department Admissions Application Review Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type Period Activity Pay Benefit Eligible Yes Summary Outside readers are trained by ...

Miamioh

Application Reader-9

Oxford, OH · On-site +1

Job Title Application Reader-9 Department Admissions Application Review Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type Period Activity Pay Benefit Eligible Yes Summary Outside readers are trained by ...

Chapman University

Temporary Application Reader

Orange, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Position Information Position Title Temporary Application Reader Position Type Temporary Job Number SA88024 Full or Part Time part-time 20-29 hours weekly Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Non ...

Illinois College

File Reader

Jacksonville, IL · On-site

Seasonal Application Readers conduct admission application review during peak application review times. Under the supervision of the AVP of Enrollment Management, the Seasonal Reader is expected to ...

ILLINOIS COLLEGE

File Reader

Jacksonville, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Seasonal Application Readers conduct admission application review during peak application review times. Under the supervision of the AVP of Enrollment Management, the Seasonal Reader is expected to ...

Illinois College

File Reader

$20/hr

File Reader Illinois College - Jacksonville, IL Overview Salary Range $20.00 Hourly Position Type Seasonal Description Seasonal Application Readers conduct admission application review during peak ...

Illinois College

File Reader

Jacksonville, IL · On-site

$20/hr

Seasonal Application Readers conduct admission application review during peak application review times. Under the supervision of the AVP of Enrollment Management, the Seasonal Reader is expected to ...

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How much do application reader job jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for application reader job in the United States is $52.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.31 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Application Reader Job vs Application Reviewer Job?

AspectApplication Reader JobApplication Reviewer Job
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer college courseworkHigh school diploma; some positions may require related experience
Work EnvironmentOffice or remote; primarily reading and evaluating applicationsOffice setting; reviewing applications and providing feedback
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in education, non-profits, and government agenciesUsed in similar sectors, often interchangeably with Application Reader
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing application evaluation rolesSimilar roles, often searched together

The Application Reader Job and Application Reviewer Job are similar roles focused on evaluating applications. Both typically require basic educational credentials and involve reading and assessing submissions in office or remote settings. While the titles may be used interchangeably, the main difference lies in employer terminology. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right opportunities in education, non-profits, or government sectors.

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Infographic showing various Application Reader Job job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,490 per year, or $52.6 per hour.

Application Reader

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Oxford, OH • On-site

$250/hr

Other

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Description Summary

Outside readers are trained by Miami University Office of Admission staff to review applications for first-year undergraduate admission to Miami. This mission-critical position is essential to ensuring that the ~43,000 applications Miami receives annually are reviewed in a thorough, fair, and timely manner.

Only applicants with a permanent address in Ohio, Kentucky, or Indiana are eligible for this position.

Job Description Essential Job Duties
  • Quality-check Miami's AI-powered OCR software to assist in the standardization and review of high school transcripts.
  • Performing a complete review of each application, checking the accuracy of the student academic data (GPA, standardized test scores, etc.) and reading letters of recommendation, essays, and all other submitted materials.
  • Analyzing and scoring the strength of the student's high school curriculum.
  • Reviewing contextual factors in the application.
  • Recording the curriculum score and details about the essays, extracurricular activities, andrecommendations.
  • Recommending a tentative admission decision.
  • Escalating applications to senior admission staff if any concerns or issues arise.
  • Keeping supervisors apprised of any anticipated changes to work schedule or difficulty meeting established benchmarks (see Minimum Qualifications below); meeting milestones toward training completion (training milestones will be communicated in writing after hire)
Minimum Requirements:

Home address in Ohio, Kentucky, or Indiana

Experience in admission, enrollment management, or similar

Bachelor's degree or 8 years of application review experience

Proven familiarity with higher education CRMs such as Slate

Ability to read at a pace of six applications per hour for each hour worked

During October and November, readers must commit to 15-28 hours per week. (Note: hours per week before October and after November may fluctuate. However, the 6 application/hour pace will remain in place.)

Required Application Documents

resume and cover letter

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