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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a College Admissions Administrator in California is $54,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.
However, a College Admissions Administrator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $62,200 | $5,183 | $1,196 | $30 |
| Average | $54,700 | $4,558 | $1,052 | $26 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,100 | $3,925 | $906 | $23 |
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A College Admissions Administrator'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a College Admissions Administrator'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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| College Admissions Administrator | 0-2 years | $54,665 |
| Admissions Screener | 2-4 years | $60,570 |
| Admissions Manager - Higher Ed. | 4-5 years | $72,595 |
| Admissions Senior Manager - Higher Ed. | 5+ years | $83,902 |
| College Admissions Director | 5+ years | $116,478 |
What Am I Worth?
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 College Admissions Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
College Admissions Administrator salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $56,450. While startup companies pay approximate $48,235.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $48,235 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $50,892 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $54,648 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $56,450 |
For College Admissions Administrator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 15% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, College Admissions Administrator positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view College Admissions Administrator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government | $60,170 | $29.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a College Admissions Administrator'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $62,200 | $5,183 | $1,196 | $30 |
| Average | $54,700 | $4,558 | $1,052 | $26 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,100 | $3,925 | $906 | $23 |
For a College Admissions Administrator, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Admissions Screener role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $60,600 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.
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