Academic Advising (AA)

What is Academic Advising?

“Involves an interactive process where the advisor assists students in setting and reaching academic goals. Career and graduate study decisions may also be part of advising, and it should be tailored to each student’s unique needs, including referrals to appropriate services.”

(Noel-Levitz, 1997)

Academic Advising includes:
Academic Guidance
Career Consultation
Holistic Development
Interactive Partnership
Personalize to Consider the Special Needs of Students
Interactive Partnership

NACADA, 2003

Why Academic Advising?

“Academic Advising is crucial to enhancing student success in universities. Advising provides students with a rare opportunity to form a personal and consistent relationship with someone who cares about their success. Advisors can also help students make sense of their experiences, leading to self-awareness, and talent discovery.”

(Jayne Drake, 2011)

Benefits of Academic Advising:
Make The Most of the College Experience
Enhance the Student’s Self-Awareness and Maximize Educational Potential
Achieve Educational, Career, and Personal Goals for Students
Build a sense of connection

NACADA, 2003

What CLEAR Do for Academic Advising:
Provide Clear Guidelines About the Scope of Work of Academic Advisors
Provide Comprehensive Professional Training to Teachers
References
  1. Drake, J. K., Jordan, P., & Millcr, M. A. (2013). Academic advising approaches : strategies that teach students to make the most of college (First edition.). Jossey-Bass.
  2. NACADA. Paper presented to the Task force on defining academic advising, Retrieved from NACADA Clearinghouse of Academic Advising Resources website:
  3. Noel-Levitz Participant Book/Resource Guide ( 1997). Introduction and Foundation, Academic Advising for Student Success and Retention. Iowa City, Iowa : USA Group Noel-Levitz.