Transfer Student Success Advisor

Morgan State University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan State University is seeking a Transfer Advisor in Baltimore to advise transfer students, assist with degree planning, and navigate transfer credit evaluations. The role emphasizes proactive advising, use of DegreeWorks and EAB Navigate 360, and collaboration with Admissions, Registrar, and faculty across divisions.

The position focuses on building mutual growth with students, supporting recruitment and retention efforts, and ensuring a smooth transition to Morgan State University through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required as stated in the job posting.
• Experience in higher education admissions, academic advising, or student services is expected.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills are required.
• Familiarity with transfer credit evaluations and articulation agreements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to transfer students using proactive approaches.
• Assist with course selection, enrollment transitions, and orientation information.
• Monitor progress with advising tech, prepare reports, and document interactions.
• Collaborate with offices across Admissions, Registrar, and transfer coordinators.
• Support recruitment, retention initiatives, and transfer student programming.

Skills

Relationship-building

Verbal and written communication

Organizational/time management

FERPA compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education,counseling, student affairs, or related field

Tools

Ellucian Banner SIS

EAB Navigate 360

DegreeWorks

CollegeSource TES

Job description

Morgan State University is seeking a Transfer Advisor in Baltimore to advise transfer students, assist with degree planning, and navigate transfer credit evaluations. The role emphasizes proactive advising, use of DegreeWorks and EAB Navigate 360, and collaboration with Admissions, Registrar, and faculty across divisions.

The position focuses on building mutual growth with students, supporting recruitment and retention efforts, and ensuring a smooth transition to Morgan State University through