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KCP Morris Hood Project Advisor

Campus, IL · On-site

Advise students in the selection of an academic program and related course selection. * Assist targeted KCP MHED student populations to monitor their academic progress. * Maintain student records ...

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Academic Operations Specialist

Campus, IL

Advising and consulting on strategy development related to portfolio operations. * Collaborating ... Collaborating with academic program leaders on operational strategies and processes. * Assisting ...

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Academic Advisor - TRiO

Campus, IL

$41K - $50K/yr

... academic year ... Maintain the Student Support Services Program database records management system. * Assists with ...

Inspira Education

Senior Academic Advisor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$140K - $141K/yr

The Role We're currently hiring Senior Academic Advisors across multiple Inspira Education Group ... As the first point of contact for parents and students exploring our programs, you'll set the tone ...

Svsu

Advising Specialist

Campus, IL · On-site

Advise students in the selection of an academic program and related course selection. * Perform individual advising with students in a variety of modalities, from online/virtual, email, and face-to ...

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

AspectAcademic Program AdvisorAcademic Counselor
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree often in education, counseling, or related fieldsBachelor's or master's degree in counseling, psychology, or education
Work EnvironmentHigher education institutions, advising students on academic programsColleges, universities, or counseling centers, providing academic and personal support
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, academic advising officesEducational institutions, student support services
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Academic Program Advisors and Academic Counselors work in educational settings, helping students navigate their academic paths. While advisors focus on program selection and degree planning, counselors often provide broader personal and academic support. The roles overlap in student interaction but differ in scope and focus.

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Program Assistant - Urbana Regional Nursing Program

Chicago, IL • On-site

University of Illinois
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 5 - 10K employees
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$22.99 - $29.49/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Program Assistant - Urbana Regional Nursing Program
Hiring Department: Reg Nursing Program: Urbana
Location: Urbana Regional ProgramSite
Requisition ID: 1037344
FTE: 1
Work Schedule:
Shift: Days
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: September 23, 2026
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $22.99 - 29.49 / Hourly Wage
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
This position is located in Urbana, Illinois, and requires workingon-site during regular business hours at the College of Nursing's UrbanaRegional Program site. The program is on the University of IllinoisUrbana-Champaign campus, about 140 miles south of Chicago.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Faculty and Student Support
  • Serves as primary support for faculty. Formats, proofs, copies, and prepares exams and other materials. Provides proctoring services for student disability accommodations. Prepares rosters for course coordinators and clinical instructors.
  • Assists Program Advisor with maintenance of student files and internal databases for high school recruitment, prospective students, alumni, clinical agency/medical facility partners. Follows up with students on missing application, registration, and clinical requirements. May assist with application and transcript reviews.
  • Coordinates student registration by providing students with course schedule and Course Reference Number (CRN). Troubleshoots student registration issues (account holds, permit issues, etc.).
  • Assists Program Director with biennial simulation lab inventory. Assists lab coordinator with ordering supplies for simulation lab. Responsible for setup and takedown for simulations and other lab activities.

Logistical Support
  • Coordinates classrooms for UIC College of Nursing Urbana Regional Program classes. Collects faculty textbook and course material orders and submits to program partners.
  • Manages student clinical placements. Completes agency pre-clinical requirements and monitors student compliance, in collaboration with the College's Compliance Coordinator.
  • Assists with Urbana Regional Program event planning, including but not limited to marketing, flyers, invitations, and tracking RSVPs. Supports all New Student Orientation activities.
  • Maintains advising guides and transfer prerequisites/updates.

Office Support
  • Provides administrative support to UIC College of Nursing Urbana Regional Program staff (opening/closing the office, answering phones, filing, scheduling appointments/meetings, data entry, etc.).
  • Makes P-Card and T-Card purchases for Regional Program. Processes office supply orders, purchase requisitions, and reimbursements for faculty and staff. Reconciles appropriate transactions using UIC software platforms.
  • Attends faculty and staff meetings and prepares meeting minutes for distribution.

Other duties
  • Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:
  1. Bachelor's degree.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the onlineapplication including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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The University of Illinois, located in Urbana, Illinois, US, is a prominent entity in the higher education sector. Operating its official functions through its website uillinois.edu, the institution provides a range of educational programs and services. The University was founded in 1867 and has since grown dramatically both in size and reputation. Its core values are embodied in its mission to enhance the lives of its students and citizens in the state, nation, and world through leadership in learning, discovery, engagement, and economic development. The university boasts several notable achievements including producing Nobel laureates and Pulitzer prize winners. It is renowned for its research programs and is known for significant advancements across various fields including engineering, science, and humanities.

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Urbana, IL, US

Year founded

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