Tanya Hatter
Tanya Hatter is a dedicated National Admissions Advisor at Perdoceo Education Corporation, bringing nearly six years of experience in education and admissions support. Since beginning her career in this field, she has been committed to motivating students and helping them feel confident about pursuing higher education. Tanya works with students from diverse backgrounds, including recent high school graduates, working professionals seeking career advancement, and retirees returning to school for personal enrichment. She understands that many students experience fear or uncertainty about returning to education, and she strives to reassure them by showing that learning can be accessible, achievable, and empowering once they commit to their goals.
Before transitioning into education, Tanya built over 20 years of experience in business and human resources, giving her a strong foundation in workforce development, organizational operations, and professional communication. While working in college admissions, she made a personal decision to further her own education so she could better relate to her students’ experiences. She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management and Services from Colorado Technical University, completing her degree in October 2025. This accomplishment allows her to provide guidance from both an advisor’s perspective and a student’s perspective, helping her connect with students on a deeper, more meaningful level as they navigate their academic journeys.
Looking ahead, Tanya’s long-term professional goal is to transition into the K-12 education system, with a particular passion for teaching middle school students. She believes middle school is a critical stage for helping students develop strong academic foundations, confidence, and life skills that will prepare them for high school and beyond. Over the next five years, she hopes to pursue opportunities in middle school education, where she can continue her mission of empowering young learners and making a positive impact on their educational and personal development. Tanya is deeply committed to helping students succeed early in their academic journeys and remains passionate about supporting lifelong learning and growth.
• Colorado Technical University - BBA, Human Resources Management and Services
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my students and their families, the ones I work with every day. When I watch or listen to my students having all these obstacles they're going through in their everyday lives, and they still want to push through it and pursue their education in spite of it, it reminds me of how much my work matters. It inspires me to keep going every day and to show up for them every day. I have students who, like clockwork, know they can call me no matter what is going on. They help me lead with empathy, and my intention to help them is always in the right place.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
The advice I would give to young women entering my industry is to always prioritize self-care by setting boundaries and taking regular “Do Not Disturb” days to recharge and maintain balance. It is important to choose work that you truly love, because when you are passionate about what you do, it does not feel like just a job, but rather a fulfilling purpose. I also encourage young women to remain persistent when facing challenges, stay resilient through obstacles, and never give up on their goals, because perseverance is key to long-term success and personal growth in this field.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Opportunity: moving earlier in the education pipeline focusing on middle school to provide tools and preparation before high school and college.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Career-wise, the most valuable thing to me is rapport. When you have students that have someone they can talk to, it makes it easier for them to say what their challenges may be. I feel like you have to establish rapport for anyone, whether it's personal or through business. Another thing that's valuable for me is just staying true to yourself. You have to love what you do. If you don't love what you do, then you can't really be of service to anyone else. If you love it, you're not... you look forward to getting up in the morning. If you absolutely love what you do, you'll never have those days where you wish you didn't have to go to work. That's how I knew education was for me, because I haven't had those days. As far as personal, what is most valuable to me is definitely my family. My husband and I have made sure that we stay grounded. We make sure that our house is a home not only to us, but to extended family as well. Family and God is what values us.