Academic Counselor

Academic Counselor University of Phoenix is a subsidiary of Apollo Group, Inc. Beginning in the early 1970's University of Phoenix reinvented the way in which working adults could achieve a higher education and made academic innovation, quality and accountability its hallmark. It pioneered an educational and service model specifically geared toward the way adults learn best and made its programs widely available to working students using common-sense scheduling and fresh new approaches to academic delivery.

The University has received national recognition for excellence in learning assessment, online learning, undergraduate education, quality service and organizational performance. University of Phoenix is truly a different kind of university, whose time has come. Just ask its 20,000 faculty, and staff who are passionately dedicated to teaching and serving the University's 315,000 adult students enrolled on campuses and online throughout North America.

Join a team of dynamic professionals at the largest and fastest growing university in America. As an Academic Counselor you will provide students across the country with the highest level of one-on-one customer service.

Acting as a personal coach and adviser, the Academic Counselor will:

•Help students choose and schedule their course of study, excel in their classes, overcome obstacles, comply with University policies, and achieve their graduation.
•Establish meaningful, long-term relationships with your students as you help them stay on track throughout their degree program.
•Work as part of a Graduation Team to ensure your students’ success.

This career is professionally and personally rewarding. The advisor will be helping others achieve a better future through education. The University’s strong growth provides an outstanding advancement opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Comprehensive training is provided.
Job Requirements
Candidates must be detail-oriented, self-starter with strong communication skills.

Academic Counselor must also possess:
•A bachelor’s degree
•Two years of sales or customer service experience
•The ability to coach and motivate others
•Uncompromising honesty and ethical standards
•Computer proficiency is preferred


Your performance is recognized by a competitive compensation plan and benefits package, 401(k), and stock purchase plan. In addition, 100% of your tuition will be covered for University of Phoenix undergraduate and graduate degree programs. This is truly a career for people who recognize the value of higher education, for others and for themselves.



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