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Dr. Niki Mendrinos brings 20 years of experience in higher education, specializing in college admissions, marketing, and event planning. Her extensive background includes serving as a Senior Associate Director of Admissions and Vice President of Enrollment Management, where she oversaw undergraduate, graduate, and professional studies admissions, as well as the Office of Financial Aid. Most recently, Dr. Mendrinos was appointed Director of College Counseling at a competitive college-preparatory high school, where she guides students and families through the college application process. She is deeply passionate about helping students find the right college fit—academically, socially, emotionally, and financially.

Dr. Mendrinos holds a doctorate in Higher Education Administration and Educational Leadership from Temple University. Her research on predicting college success beyond standardized test scores has influenced the national shift toward test-optional admissions policies. She has presented her work at conferences both locally and nationally and has served as a panelist for numerous high school events.

As an Adjunct Professor, Dr. Mendrinos has taught graduate-level courses on Strategic Enrollment Management and co-led the development of the College Access and Success Certificate at Temple University—one of the first fully online programs of its kind in Pennsylvania. Additionally, she taught the first-year seminar for incoming freshmen at Temple University for over five years.

Dr. Mendrinos has held leadership roles as Vice President of The College of Education Alumni Executive Board at Temple University, Corporate Board President for HOBY-PA EAST, and an executive board member for Hellenic Hearts, an organization supporting Greek-Americans in need. She also established the Dr. Niki Mendrinos Scholarship, awarded annually to a graduating senior from her alma mater, Kingston High School in upstate New York, who plans to pursue a two- or four-year college degree.

With a deep commitment to student success, Dr. Mendrinos has helped thousands of students overcome challenges and achieve their academic and personal goals. She firmly believes that there is a college for everyone and remains dedicated to educating and supporting students and families throughout the college admissions journey.