Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator in the United States is $50,390 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,640
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,218 to $55,756
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,509
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Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $55,756 $4,646 $1,072 $27
Average $50,390 $4,199 $969 $24
25th Percentile $45,218 $3,768 $870 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator Salaries

An Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator'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): $47,204
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $47,452
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,031
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $49,645
  • Expert (over 8 years): $51,136
Levels Salary
Entry Level Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator$47,204
Intermediate Level Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator$47,452
Senior Level Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator$48,031
Specialist Level Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator$49,645
Expert Level Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator$51,136
$47,204 0 yr
$47,452 < 2 yrs
$48,031 2-4 yrs
$49,645 5-8 yrs
$51,136 > 8 yrs
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How Do Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator 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 Advisor/Program Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $55,792.
  • California: $55,581.
  • Massachusetts: $54,840.

Top Paying Cities for Academic Advisor/Program Coordinators

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:

  • San Jose: $63,557
  • San Francisco: $62,861
  • Oakland: $61,537

What Skills Can Increase an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 7.81% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 3.19% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Economics (Mentioned in 1.37% Job Postings): Economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and analyzes the choices that individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make to allocate resources.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Planning 7.81%
Microsoft Office 3.19%
Economics 1.37%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator's salary.
  • Delegating: Can increase your salary by up to 39%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Delegating
$70,043
39%
Leadership
$55,429
10%
Coordination
$53,918
7%
Coaching
$53,918
7%
Accountability
$52,910
5%
Medication Administration
$52,910
5%
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Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 0% above the average. Conversely, Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator positions in Edu., Gov't & Nonprofit. typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator

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How Education impacts an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Academic Advisor/Program Coordinators enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $38,576 and $46,197).

Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 10.8%
High School 10.8%
Associates 8.1%
Bachelors 43.2%
Masters 37.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator

Salaries for an Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $69,525 in 2023 to around $69,608 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator Over Time

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$69,525
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Most common benefits for Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator

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FAQ about Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Academic Advisor/Program Coordinator roles, with salaries approximately 0% above the market median.

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