Our Vision

NACADA is the leader within the global education community for the theory, delivery, application and advancement of academic advising to enhance student learning and development.

NACADA's mission is to...

  • Champion the educational role of academic advisors to enhance student learning and development in a diverse world
  • Affirm the role of academic advising in student success and persistence, thereby supporting institutional mission and vitality
  • Anticipate the academic advising needs of twenty-first century students, advisors and institutions
  • Advance the body of knowledge on academic advising
  • Foster the talents and contributions of all members and promote the involvement of diverse population

Strategic Goals

  1. Address the academic advising needs of higher education globally
  2. Advance the body of knowledge of academic advising
  3. Champion the educational role of academic advising to enhance student learning and development in a diverse world
  4. Educate university and college decision makers about the role of quality academic advising in higher education
  5. Ensure the effectiveness of the NACADA organization