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Student Advisor roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in counseling, education, or a related field. Universities, community colleges, and EdTech companies all file LCAs for this title. Cap-subject H-1B filings open each April, with an October 1 start date.
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Hiring Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1041384
FTE: 1
Work Schedule: 37.5 Hours, days and evenings
Shift: Days
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: June 15, 2026
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $63,102.00 - 64,369.50 / Annual Salary
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.
The Program Student Advisor provides comprehensive academic support services to student-athletes to promote academic success and NCAA eligibility. The primary function of the position is to advise student-athletes, monitor academic progress, coordinate support resources and services, and serve as a liaison among student-athletes, coaches, faculty, and campus partners.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversee the admission process for all prospective student athletes
- Meet and provide NCAA and UIC information to prospective student athletes and parents
- Evaluate High School, Junior and 4 year college student athlete transcripts
- Serve as a departmental liaison and contact person to campus units to provide information and resolve issues and programs
- Serve as liaison between student athletes and faculty
- Provide academic support for student athletes in the area of academic progress, satisfactory progress and progress toward a degree as set forth by the UIC and NCAA
- Monitor academic performance, class attendance, NCAA requirements for continued eligibility, grades, course selection, tutors and study table
- Work with students one-on-one and in small groups to assist with skill development by teaching study skills and promoting skill development within the content areas of student's courses
- Develop academic plan for student athletes including time management
- Serve as a resource for coach(s) on all areas regarding academics
- Provide intensive academic support to an assigned group of identified student athletes, some of whom may have been diagnosed or underdiagnosed with learning disabilities or disorders that may impact their performance
- Work collaboratively with student services departments (e.g. Disability Resource Center, Academic Center for Excellence, faculty, and other campus personnel to obtain resources and services for student athletes)
- Provide consistent and frequent feedback to the Academic team liaison concerning the progress of identified student athletes
- Provide learning assistance as needed on evenings and/or weekends
- Prepare and produce statistical reports on academics as required from the NCAA and UIC
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Demonstrated knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations while working with student athletes on academic eligibility
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application 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.
Program/Student Advisor - Intercollegiate Athletics
Hiring Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1041384
FTE: 1
Work Schedule: 37.5 Hours, days and evenings
Shift: Days
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: June 15, 2026
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $63,102.00 - 64,369.50 / Annual Salary
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.
The Program Student Advisor provides comprehensive academic support services to student-athletes to promote academic success and NCAA eligibility. The primary function of the position is to advise student-athletes, monitor academic progress, coordinate support resources and services, and serve as a liaison among student-athletes, coaches, faculty, and campus partners.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversee the admission process for all prospective student athletes
- Meet and provide NCAA and UIC information to prospective student athletes and parents
- Evaluate High School, Junior and 4 year college student athlete transcripts
- Serve as a departmental liaison and contact person to campus units to provide information and resolve issues and programs
- Serve as liaison between student athletes and faculty
- Provide academic support for student athletes in the area of academic progress, satisfactory progress and progress toward a degree as set forth by the UIC and NCAA
- Monitor academic performance, class attendance, NCAA requirements for continued eligibility, grades, course selection, tutors and study table
- Work with students one-on-one and in small groups to assist with skill development by teaching study skills and promoting skill development within the content areas of student's courses
- Develop academic plan for student athletes including time management
- Serve as a resource for coach(s) on all areas regarding academics
- Provide intensive academic support to an assigned group of identified student athletes, some of whom may have been diagnosed or underdiagnosed with learning disabilities or disorders that may impact their performance
- Work collaboratively with student services departments (e.g. Disability Resource Center, Academic Center for Excellence, faculty, and other campus personnel to obtain resources and services for student athletes)
- Provide consistent and frequent feedback to the Academic team liaison concerning the progress of identified student athletes
- Provide learning assistance as needed on evenings and/or weekends
- Prepare and produce statistical reports on academics as required from the NCAA and UIC
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Demonstrated knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations while working with student athletes on academic eligibility
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Student Advisor
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree field to directly relate to student advising work. A degree in counseling, higher education, psychology, or social work satisfies this. An unrelated degree paired with advisory experience alone is unlikely to hold up under an RFE.
Target institutions with cap-exempt status
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated colleges are cap-exempt H-1B employers. Applying there lets you start any time of year without waiting for the April lottery, which is a real advantage for Student Advisor roles with academic-year hiring cycles.
Search LCA filings before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Student Advisor openings by verified LCA filing history, so you're targeting employers who have actually sponsored this role before, not just ones who mention sponsorship in a job posting.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job title. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 21-1012 before your offer stage so you know the wage floor and can negotiate above it with confidence.
Confirm O*NET classification with your hiring manager
The O*NET profile for Student Advisors lists a bachelor's degree as the typical entry-level requirement, which supports the specialty occupation argument. Ask HR whether they'll use SOC 21-1012 or a related code on the LCA, since misclassification is a common cause of I-129 RFEs.
Time your offer letter around the H-1B cap deadline
Cap-subject H-1B registrations open in March for an April lottery. Your employer needs your signed offer letter and basic credentials before submitting your registration. Waiting until after a lottery announcement to secure an offer leaves no time for USCIS filing prep.
H-1B Visa Student Advisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Student Advisor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as counseling, higher education administration, psychology, or social work. The key is that the employer's job description must list a specific degree requirement, not just a preference. USCIS has issued RFEs on Student Advisor petitions where the role was posted as open to any bachelor's degree, so specificity in the job posting matters.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Student Advisors?
Universities and community colleges are the most consistent sponsors because they're cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without the lottery. EdTech companies, tutoring platforms, and nonprofit educational organizations also sponsor this title but are generally cap-subject. You can browse Student Advisor openings filtered by sponsorship history on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if my advising contract ends before the visa expires?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. During this window you can't work, but you're not accruing unlawful presence. Starting your job search immediately is critical since H-1B transfers require the new employer to file before your grace period ends.
Can a Student Advisor role at a university bypass the H-1B lottery?
Yes. Colleges and universities that are accredited and operate as nonprofits qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers under the INA. That means your employer can file your H-1B petition at any time of year, and you can start work as soon as USCIS approves the petition. This is one of the clearest structural advantages of pursuing Student Advisor roles in higher education over the private sector.
What SOC code applies to Student Advisors for the H-1B LCA?
Most H-1B petitions for Student Advisor roles use SOC code 21-1012, Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors. You can review the occupation's typical education requirements and tasks in the O*NET profile, which USCIS adjudicators reference when evaluating specialty occupation claims. Confirm with your employer's attorney that the LCA uses this code before the petition is filed.