What are the main factors that influence an Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.'s salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.'s salary?

An Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.'s salary grows with experience: starting around $54,426 for beginners, reaching about $56,886 at mid-level, and approach $60,414 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.?

Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. roles are District of Columbia $60,200, California $59,900, Massachusetts $59,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. roles make?

Salaries for Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. level roles vary by specialization: Associate Chief Academic Officer - Higher Ed.: $140,400; Dean of Students - Higher Ed.: $129,300; Admissions Director - Higher Ed.: $105,540; Workshop Manager - Higher Ed.: $78,590; Bursar - Higher Ed.: $78,300.

Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. in Rhode Island is $56,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, an Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,201
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,600 to $64,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,410

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Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,100	$5,342	$1,233	$31
Average	$56,300	$4,692	$1,083	$27
25th Percentile	$50,600	$4,217	$973	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. Salaries

An Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $54,426
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,596
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,886
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,179
Expert (over 8 years): $60,414

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.	$54,426
Intermediate Level Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.	$54,596
Senior Level Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.	$56,886
Specialist Level Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.	$60,179
Expert Level Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.	$60,414

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How Do Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,200.
California: $59,900.
Massachusetts: $59,100.

District of Columbia $60,200 California $59,900 Massachusetts $59,100 Washington $58,900 New Jersey $58,900 Alaska $58,800 Connecticut $58,100 New York $57,800

Hawaii $56,800 Rhode Island $56,300 Maryland $56,000 Minnesota $55,600 Illinois $55,400 Colorado $55,400 Oregon $55,200 Delaware $55,000

New Hampshire $54,900 Virginia $54,700 Pennsylvania $54,100 Nevada $53,800 North Dakota $53,700 Michigan $53,500 Wisconsin $53,500 Vermont $53,300

Arizona $53,000 Maine $53,000 Texas $53,000 Ohio $52,900 Georgia $52,400 Indiana $52,200 Wyoming $52,100 Utah $52,000

Iowa $52,000 Kansas $51,700 Louisiana $51,700 North Carolina $51,600 Missouri $51,600 Florida $51,400 Montana $51,300 Nebraska $51,200

Kentucky $51,100 South Carolina $50,900 Tennessee $50,800 Idaho $50,700 New Mexico $50,300 Oklahoma $50,200 Alabama $49,900 South Dakota $49,400

Arkansas $49,100 West Virginia $48,900 Mississippi $48,500

Top Paying Cities for Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.s

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $57,300
Albion: $56,300
Ashaway: $57,500

Adamsville, RI $57,300 Albion, RI $56,300 Ashaway, RI $57,500 Barrington, RI $56,300 Block Island, RI $57,200 Bradford, RI $57,400 Bristol, RI $56,300 Carolina, RI $57,000

Charlestown, RI $57,000 Chepachet, RI $56,200 Clayville, RI $56,300 Coventry, RI $56,200 West Greenwich, RI $56,200 East Greenwich, RI $56,200 Exeter, RI $57,400 Fiskeville, RI $56,300

Forestdale, RI $56,300 Foster, RI $56,200 Glendale, RI $56,200 Greene, RI $56,800 Greenville, RI $56,300 Harmony, RI $56,300 Harrisville, RI $56,200 Hope, RI $56,300

Hope Valley, RI $57,500 Hopkinton, RI $57,500 Jamestown, RI $56,900 Kenyon, RI $57,400 Little Compton, RI $57,200 Manville, RI $56,300 Mapleville, RI $56,200 Newport, RI $56,900

Middletown, RI $57,200 North Kingstown, RI $56,200 North Scituate, RI $56,300 Oakland, RI $56,200 Pascoag, RI $56,200 Pawtucket, RI $56,300 Central Falls, RI $56,300 Cumberland, RI $56,300

Lincoln, RI $56,300 Portsmouth, RI $56,700 Prudence Island, RI $56,200 Rockville, RI $57,500 Saunderstown, RI $57,000 Shannock, RI $57,400 Slatersville, RI $56,300 Slocum, RI $57,000

Tiverton, RI $57,300 Wakefield, RI $56,900 Kingston, RI $56,900 Narragansett, RI $56,900 Peace Dale, RI $56,900 Warren, RI $56,300 Warwick, RI $56,300 Westerly, RI $57,500

West Kingston, RI $56,900 West Warwick, RI $56,300 Wood River Junction, RI $57,400 Woonsocket, RI $56,300 North Smithfield, RI $56,300 Wyoming, RI $57,400 Providence, RI $56,300 Cranston, RI $56,300

North Providence, RI $56,300 East Providence, RI $56,300 Riverside, RI $56,300 Rumford, RI $56,300 Smithfield, RI $56,300 Johnston, RI $56,300

Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Counselor - Higher Ed.'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$50,600

Average $56,300/year

$64,100

$4,217

Average $4,692/month

$5,342

$973

Average $1,083/week

$1,233

$24

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,100	$5,342	$1,233	$31
Average	$56,300	$4,692	$1,083	$27
25th Percentile	$50,600	$4,217	$973	$24

Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Academic Counselor - Higher Ed., you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Academic Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
College/University Student Career Counselor	$52,300	-7%
College/University Student Counselor	$63,400	13%
Exchange Student Programs Advisor	$50,600	-10%

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