The National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) is an association of professional advisors, counselors, faculty, administrators and students working to enhance the educational development of students.

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