Academic Advisor Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the academic advisor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for academic advising for undergraduate students on matters of curriculum, course and degree requirements, and graduation counseling and clearance.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience in a college or university setting teaching college success strategies workshops or classes
• Professional advising experience of students in a college or university setting which includes a focus on advising, persistence, retention, or student success programs
• Demonstrated expertise in using office software packages, email, and student record systems
• A good command of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of university computing systems and student information systems
• Academic or other counseling background preferred
• Salesforce experence strongly preferred
• A background in teaching, advising or working in educational setting with students

In response to your job posting for academic advisor, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for specific and intentional academic advising and support to students including those experiencing academic difficulty, reentry, and degree completion.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Demonstration of skills working with computers, software packages, and a variety of technological tools, including, but not limited to Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel, and information systems
• Experience working effectively with a diverse constituency, such as Deans, department chairs and program directors, administrators, faculty and staff members, and students
• Experience in working with student information systems and databases such as Banner, Blackboard, and Argos
• Experience developing and facilitating a distance learning program or course
• Academic advising experience at the college level, preferably using a faculty advising model
• Experience using customer relationship management (CRM) systems such as Salesforce or Microsoft CRM within a higher education environment
• Experience with university student information systems and course management systems such as Banner (SunGard systems)
• Experience using technology to create a personal connection with students or customers at a distance to assist in solving problems, maintain relationships and motivate students to take action

I am excited to be applying for the position of academic advisor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for academic advising to students enrolled in online and hybrid programs related to program requirements, such as: explaining degree requirements, assisting in course planning, explaining academic policies, and registration information.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Work experience in international student services
• Experience with Banner, Camtasia, WordPress, and Canvas
• Open to coaching/feedback to enhance job performance
• Experience supporting adult, and part-time learners
• Experience implementing technology to improve business processes and create efficiencies
• Experience creating and conducting webinars and online group advising sessions
• Familiarity with student information systems
• Experience working with CRM/database

Please consider me for the academic advisor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for academic advice and guidance to students through one-on-one appointments, walk-in meetings, and group sessions on degree programs, academic policies, course schedules, and academic planning.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience working with transfer programs and students preferred
• Working in a high traffic service oriented environment
• Proven experience working with enrollment management programs that included orientation, early alert systems, probation and suspension programs, transfer student initiatives, and/or other recruitment and retention activities
• Established skills and experience utilizing technology that support academic advising practices (Banner, PeopleSoft, DARS, CU SIS , document imaging systems , EAB Student Success Collaborative)
• Successful experience working with faculty
• Successful experience enforcing and explaining complex College and University policies
• Significant experience cultivating relationships within the College and with other student and academic affairs units on campus
• Experience in academic advising at the college level, preferably in a business program

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the academic advisor position.

Previously, I was responsible for academic advising for undergraduate accounting students; advises on matters of curriculum, course and degree requirements, CPA licensing requirements, transfer credit evaluation, graduation requirements, career opportunities.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Prior experience in academic advising or related field, and knowledge of student development theory
• Experience counseling, coaching, advising, teaching, and/or mentoring college students, specifically college freshmen and transfer students
• Experience or background related to Natural Sciences, Biological Sciences and/or Psychology and Neuroscience
• Significant experience cultivating relationships across campus offices, including but not limited to student affairs
• Knowledge and understanding of academic advising/support for undergraduate students
• Experience working in a higher education environment with diverse student populations
• Experience with computer data entry, Microsoft office suite software, and student database/system software such as SSC-Campus
• Experience with Assessment of advising or special programs