* Colleges/Universities: The admissions office is primarily responsible. Within the admissions office, different people may handle different aspects, such as:
* Admissions counselors: Often the main point of contact for prospective students, answering questions, guiding through the application process, and reviewing applications.
* Admissions officers: Review applications, make admissions decisions, and may be involved in recruiting prospective students.
* Registrar's office: Once a student is accepted, the registrar's office handles official enrollment, registration for courses, and maintains student records.
* High Schools/Secondary Schools: The school's registrar or a designated school administrator usually handles enrollment. Sometimes a specific counselor or guidance counselor is assigned to assist with the process.
* Elementary Schools: The school principal or a designated school administrator usually handles enrollment.
* Private Schools: The process varies greatly depending on the school, but generally involves the school's administration or admissions office.
In short, it's a team effort, but the admissions office (for higher education) or school administration (for K-12) is the central point of contact and responsibility for student enrollment.