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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate academic advisor 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.

Graduate Academic Advisor

Old Dominion University

Norfolk, VA • On-site

$40K - $49K/yr

Full-time

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Graduate Academic Advisor
Department
GRADUATE SCHOOL
Position Number
FP080A
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Summary
Three (3) Positions to be Filled from this recruitment (FP080A, FP086A, FP081A)
The Graduate Academic Advisor provides comprehensive academic advising to students enrolled in the assigned colleges, supporting them in developing educational goals and taking the necessary steps to achieve timely degree completion. Serving as an expert on Old Dominion University's graduate degree requirements, the advisor meets with a diverse student population individually and in groups to guide course selection and registration, resolve academic or administrative issues, explore educational and career pathways, and connect students with appropriate campus resources.
The advisor monitors academic progress, conducts individualized outreach to students experiencing academic difficulty, implements data-driven retention initiatives, and maintains accurate advising records while adhering to Graduate School and university policies. Additionally, this role supports student success initiatives by participating in campus events, orientations, and programming; engages in ongoing training and professional development; collaborates with faculty and campus partners; contributes to professional organizations such as NACADA; and performs other duties as assigned by the Dean of the Graduate School.
Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Counseling or a field of study related to the specific college advising center, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience
  • Basic knowledge of advising theories and best practices
  • Basic ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, and administrators
  • Considerable interpersonal skills
  • Considerable written communication skills
  • Basic comfortability utilizing technology
  • Comprehensive empathy, flexibility, and a growth mindset
  • Basic ability to work independently and cooperatively
  • Basic knowledge of and commitment to higher education policies and procedures, including FERPA
  • Experience working with undergraduate and graduate students
  • Previous experience preferred in academic advising, coaching, or related higher education student services

Preferred Qualifications
n/a
Conditions of Employment
n/a
Job Open Date
07/13/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Review Date
08/01/2026
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required
There are multiple positions available.
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
Department Information
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
ODU Statement
Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia's forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia's economy.

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