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Academic Advisor II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$52K - $54K/yr

Academic Advisor II College of Arts & Sciences A&S Graduate Services The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering ...

Academic Advisor II

Lexington, KY · On-site

$44K - $71K/yr

Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Academic Advisor II Requisition Number RE54726 Working Title Department Name 1B240: University Advising Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 44 Salary ...

Academic Advisor II

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$5.0K - $7.2K/mo

Academic Advisor II Apply now Job no: 559026 Work type: Staff Location: Sacramento Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site ...

Academic Advisor II

Philadelphia, PA · Hybrid

$41K - $60K/yr

The Academic Advisor II in the Center for Performing and Cinematic Arts (CPCA), working under limited guidance, advises students on appropriate academic schedule and long-term plans, choice of major ...

Academic Advisor II

Newark, DE · On-site

$41K - $50K/yr

Academic Advisor II Job no: 503352 College / VP Area: Vice President for Student Life Work type: Staff Location: Newark, DE Categories: Student Affairs & Services, Full Time GRADE: 29E CONTEXT OF THE ...

Academic Advisor II

College Station, TX · On-site

$34K - $42K/yr

Job Title Academic Advisor II Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Department Of Public Health Studies Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas ...

Academic Advisor II

Newark, DE

$41K - $50K/yr

Academic Advisor II Apply now Job no: 503352 College / VP Area: Vice President for Student Life Work type: Staff Location: Newark, DE Categories: Student Affairs & Services, Full Time GRADE: 29E ...

Academic Advisor II

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$41K - $60K/yr

The Academic Advisor II in the Center for Performing and Cinematic Arts (CPCA), working under limited guidance, advises students on appropriate academic schedule and long-term plans, choice of major ...

Academic Advisor II

Philadelphia, PA · Hybrid

$41K - $60K/yr

The Academic Advisor II in the Center for Performing and Cinematic Arts (CPCA), working under limited guidance, advises students on appropriate academic schedule and long-term plans, choice of major ...

Academic Advisor II

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$57K - $60K/yr

Academic Advisor II Job no: 540967 Work type: Staff Full-Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Academic Advising/Support, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support Department: 18100000 ...

ACADEMIC ADVISOR II

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$43K - $66K/yr

ACADEMIC ADVISOR II The University of Alabama at Birmingham General Responsibilities: This position will be responsible for communicating effectively with vast and eclectic student populations while ...

ACADEMIC ADVISOR II

Tampa, FL · On-site

$43K - $66K/yr

ACADEMIC ADVISOR II The University of Alabama at Birmingham General Responsibilities: This position will be responsible for communicating effectively with vast and eclectic student populations while ...

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How much do academic advisor ii jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic advisor ii in the United States is $47,454.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $51,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Academic Advisor Ii vs Academic Counselor?

AspectAcademic Advisor IiAcademic Counselor
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree; some roles prefer related certificationsBachelor's degree; often requires counseling or student services certifications
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, advising officesEducational institutions, counseling centers
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, community collegesUniversities, colleges, sometimes high schools
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Academic Advisor II primarily focuses on guiding students through academic planning and course selection, while Academic Counselors often provide broader support including personal and emotional counseling. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are found within educational institutions, but their specific functions differ slightly. Understanding these distinctions can help job seekers identify the right position for their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Academic Advisor Ii job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,454 per year, or $22.8 per hour.

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Description:
Academic Advisor II
College of Arts & Sciences
A&S Graduate Services
The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering teaching, and work with community partners in Atlanta and around the globe. As the largest college on the Atlanta Campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is home to more than 15,000 students, 550 faculty, and 300 staff members. Our faculty teach the core curriculum courses that serve as the foundation of nearly every student's university education.
These are exciting times at the College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.
The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking to hire an experienced Academic Advisor II
WHAT MAKES College of Arts & Science A GREAT PLACE?
  • Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
  • A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
  • Professional development opportunities and mentorship
  • A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The ideal candidate for this position will perform all duties of a full-service professional academic advisor, including facilitating academic program development, advising students, and interpreting and implementing university policies and procedures. They will provide admissions support to department graduate directors for graduate enrollment management, course substitutions, petitions, and permissions, and support advisement-related events and data needs from Navigate. Additionally, the Academic Advisor II will be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Banner, and have experience with programs such as Argos, Degree Works, and Navigate.
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Academic Advisor II are the following:
  • Advise all graduate students in assigned programs and academic requirements.
  • Monitor and track student progress towards degree completion.
  • Perform regular and consistent audits of student programs of study to ensure compliance with department, college, and university degree requirements.
  • Participate in mandatory advisement sessions.
  • Analyze and process requests for re-entry.
  • Evaluate and determine transfer credits.
  • Evaluate and process all course substitutions.
  • Monitor students' registration for CPOS compliance.
  • Each semester, audit graduating student records for compliance with department, college, and university graduation requirements.
  • Enforce graduation completion deadlines for course and non-course milestones.
  • Track course and non-course milestones in Banner.
  • Clear students for graduation.
  • Compare transcripts with entrance and graduation requirements, and advise students on appropriate actions.
  • Each semester, oversee application submissions from all international and domestic applicants to specific graduate programs in the College of Arts & Sciences.
  • Review application materials for completion of necessary application materials and respond to applicant inquiries.
  • Troubleshoot Slate online application tool.
  • Evaluate admissions decisions for compliance with University and College policies.
  • Provide regular applicant data to departments to aid in the review process.
  • Attend orientations.
  • Act as liaison between the Office of Graduate Admissions and individual department graduate program directors.
  • Coordinate and communicate regularly with department graduate directors and staff on program changes and/or updates.
  • Assist in the preparation of special reports relating to enrollment and related matters.
  • Disseminate information on university policies and procedures to faculty, students, staff, etc.
  • Perform other related duties and special projects assigned.

Disclaimer:
This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties.
As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree and either 1) 6 months experience as "Academic Advisor I" at GSU (University Advisement Center or other GSU advising department) or 2) three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

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