Graduate Academic Advisor - Enrollment & Degree Planning

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas seeks an Academic Advisor to support graduate prospective, new and current students. You will guide admissions steps, degree planning, and enrollment while using KU’s advising tools and maintaining FERPA compliance.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, strong interpersonal skills, and experience working in a team with students. The role involves coordinating with admissions and Graduate Studies to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; evidence of building rapport with students is expected.
• Experience working in a team and with students is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive holistic academic advising to graduate prospective, new and current students.
• Guide student progress through enrollment, graduation, and course planning.
• Assist with financial aid appeals, probation agreements, and graduation plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Slate

Jayhawk GPS

Enroll & Pay

Job description

University of Kansas seeks an Academic Advisor to support graduate prospective, new and current students. You will guide admissions steps, degree planning, and enrollment while using KU’s advising tools and maintaining FERPA compliance.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, strong interpersonal skills, and experience working in a team with students. The role involves coordinating with admissions and Graduate Studies to promote student success.