Marquette University names Andy Schneider dean of admissions

Feb. 17, 2025


Andy SchneiderMILWAUKEE — Marquette University has promoted Andy Schneider, acting dean of admissions, to the permanent role, effective immediately, Vice President for Enrollment Management Brian Troyer announced today.

Prior to being appointed acting dean in July 2024, Schneider served as director of enrollment and marketing strategy in Marquette’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

“Following a national search for the next dean of admissions, Andy emerged as the clear and strongest candidate for the role,” Troyer said. “He is well-equipped to help us achieve the critically important enrollment goals that have been outlined in the Marquette 2031 Strategic Plan and in our multi-year enrollment strategy. I look forward to our continued partnership on those efforts.”

“I am honored to officially step into the role of dean of admissions,” Schneider said. “After nearly two decades at Marquette, I am eager to continue advancing the university’s mission and strategic initiatives while fostering an inclusive, dynamic environment for both our admissions team and prospective students and families. I look forward to collaborating with colleagues, campus partners, alumni and others to further strengthen Marquette’s commitment to excellence in higher education.”

Schneider joined Marquette in August 2006 as an admissions counselor. Since then, he has held progressive leadership roles, including director of enrollment and marketing strategy; director of integrated marketing, communication and digital strategy; director of marketing and communication; and assistant dean of admissions. Over the past 19 years, Schneider has worked closely with all functional arms of the admissions team, including recruitment, visits and events, operations and systems, and marketing and communication.

Schneider has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Valparaiso University.

About Marquette University

Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit university located near the heart of downtown Milwaukee that offers a comprehensive range of majors in 11 nationally and internationally recognized colleges and schools. Through the formation of hearts and minds, Marquette prepares our 11,100 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional students to lead, excel and serve as agents of positive change. And, we deliver results. Ranked in the top 20% of national universities, Marquette is recognized for its undergraduate teaching, innovation and career preparation as the sixth-best university in the country for job placement. Our focus on student success and immersive, personalized learning experiences encourages students to think critically and engage with the world around them. When students graduate with a Marquette degree, they are truly prepared and called to Be The Difference.


About Kevin Conway

Kevin Conway

Kevin is the associate director for university communication in the Office of Marketing and Communication. Contact Kevin at (414) 288-4745 or kevin.m.conway@marquette.edu