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Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Median Salary
102,610
Job Outlook
+8%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of postsecondary education administrators is projected to grow 3 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 15,200 openings for postsecondary education administrators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$63,740

10%

$102,610

Median

$142,360

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Master's degree

    47%

  • Doctoral degree

    37%

  • Bachelor's degree

    7%

  • Post-doctoral training

    7%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Educational Leadership and Administration, General
  • Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
  • Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
  • Community College Administration
  • International School Administration/Leadership
  • Clinical Research Coordinator
  • Nursing Education
  • Health Professions Education

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Education and Training
  • English Language
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administrative
  • Personnel and Human Resources

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.