Academic Advisor (Undergraduate Academic Affairs)
Core
Assist undergraduate and graduate students with holistic academic planning, course registration, major selection, and post-graduation strategies while monitoring academic progress and standing.
Role type
Academic Advisor (Undergraduate)
Builds
Student academic success plans and retention support
Domain
Higher Education / Student Affairs
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Academic policy interpretation, student data analysis, degree audit software proficiency, student information system (SIS) management, early intervention strategies, report generation, stakeholder communication
Preferred skills
Financial aid systems knowledge, student CRM usage, advising workshop facilitation, project management
Responsibilities
Generate reports and examine student data to track progress; troubleshoot registration problems; advise on academic policies and graduation deadlines; conduct group advising sessions and workshops; collaborate with campus partners like Registrar and Financial Aid; manage early warning flags and outreach to at-risk students; maintain accurate academic records in databases.