Academic Program Coordinator, Texas McCombs

About Utaustin

Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands-on experiences alongside the ground-breaking research and thought-leadership of a world-class faculty. The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human-centered and future-focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow, and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world. For more information about Texas McCombs please visit: https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu

Job Summary

The Academic Program Coordinator supports the McCombs Success Scholars (MSS) program through academic advising, student persistence initiatives, and program coordination. This role is integral to fostering the success of first-generation and high-financial-need business students, with a focus on community, belonging, and academic progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads proactive outreach and individualized advising efforts that promote academic persistence and student success for McCombs Success Scholars.
• Conduct persistence follow-up for students identified as needing additional academic support.
• Facilitate personalized advising that helps students identify goals and connect with key campus resources.
• Identify transition challenges for new students and help reduce future persistence risks.
• Collaborate with BBA Persistence Coordinator on academic support initiatives.
• Provide drop-in advising and serve as a primary point of contact for MSS students in need of academic or personal support.
• Advise students on academic warning and those experiencing academic or personal crises.
• Partner with learning specialists, financial-aid counselors, and other UT offices to address complex student concerns.

Requirements

• Provide developmental advising that integrates academic planning and personal development.