What are the main factors that influence a College Advisor's salary?

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

How does experience change A College Advisor's salary?

A College Advisor's salary grows with experience: starting around $56,019 for beginners, reaching about $58,563 at mid-level, and approach $62,196 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a College Advisor?

College Advisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for College Advisor roles are District of Columbia $62,539, California $62,302, Massachusetts $61,472. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of College Advisor roles make?

Salaries for College Advisor level roles vary by specialization: College President: $306,900; College Dean: $228,300; College Administrator: $160,290; College Registrar: $85,400; College Bursar: $78,240.

College Advisor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a College Advisor make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a College Advisor in Rhode Island is $58,563 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a College Advisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,295
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,585 to $66,798
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,142

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College Advisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,798	$5,566	$1,285	$32
Average	$58,563	$4,880	$1,126	$28
25th Percentile	$52,585	$4,382	$1,011	$25

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Key Factors That Influence College Advisor Salaries

A College Advisor'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 College Advisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a College Advisor'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): $56,019
Early Career (1-2 years): $56,196
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,563
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,954
Expert (over 8 years): $62,196

Levels	Salary
Entry Level College Advisor	$56,019
Intermediate Level College Advisor	$56,196
Senior Level College Advisor	$58,563
Specialist Level College Advisor	$61,954
Expert Level College Advisor	$62,196

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How Do College Advisor 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 College Advisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,539.
California: $62,302.
Massachusetts: $61,472.

District of Columbia $62,539 California $62,302 Massachusetts $61,472 Washington $61,246 New Jersey $61,223 Alaska $61,144 Connecticut $60,364 New York $60,048

Hawaii $59,037 Rhode Island $58,563 Maryland $58,241 Minnesota $57,800 Colorado $57,631 Illinois $57,574 Oregon $57,360 Delaware $57,201

New Hampshire $57,102 Virginia $56,879 Pennsylvania $56,230 Nevada $55,902 North Dakota $55,795 Michigan $55,625 Wisconsin $55,563 Vermont $55,439

Texas $55,094 Maine $55,072 Arizona $55,038 Ohio $54,998 Georgia $54,479 Indiana $54,219 Wyoming $54,168 Utah $54,089

Iowa $54,055 Kansas $53,784 Louisiana $53,705 North Carolina $53,677 Missouri $53,665 Florida $53,445 Montana $53,327 Nebraska $53,214

Kentucky $53,151 South Carolina $52,926 Tennessee $52,784 Idaho $52,728 New Mexico $52,315 Oklahoma $52,225 Alabama $51,892 South Dakota $51,333

Arkansas $51,028 West Virginia $50,864 Mississippi $50,372

Top Paying Cities for College Advisors

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: $59,295
Albion: $58,794
Ashaway: $59,182

Adamsville, RI $59,295 Albion, RI $58,794 Ashaway, RI $59,182 Barrington, RI $58,639 Block Island, RI $58,965 Bradford, RI $59,147 Bristol, RI $58,865 Carolina, RI $59,049

Charlestown, RI $59,070 Chepachet, RI $58,953 Clayville, RI $58,789 Coventry, RI $58,791 West Greenwich, RI $58,953 East Greenwich, RI $58,752 Exeter, RI $58,937 Fiskeville, RI $58,638

Forestdale, RI $59,090 Foster, RI $58,922 Glendale, RI $59,094 Greene, RI $58,999 Greenville, RI $58,660 Harmony, RI $58,736 Harrisville, RI $59,069 Hope, RI $58,674

Hope Valley, RI $59,130 Hopkinton, RI $59,208 Jamestown, RI $59,011 Kenyon, RI $59,042 Little Compton, RI $59,286 Manville, RI $58,871 Mapleville, RI $58,964 Newport, RI $59,070

Middletown, RI $59,096 North Kingstown, RI $58,853 North Scituate, RI $58,737 Oakland, RI $59,028 Pascoag, RI $59,108 Pawtucket, RI $58,551 Central Falls, RI $58,577 Cumberland, RI $58,910

Lincoln, RI $58,636 Portsmouth, RI $59,064 Prudence Island, RI $58,942 Rockville, RI $59,199 Saunderstown, RI $58,975 Shannock, RI $59,045 Slatersville, RI $59,090 Slocum, RI $58,973

Tiverton, RI $59,243 Wakefield, RI $59,025 Kingston, RI $59,003 Narragansett, RI $59,042 Peace Dale, RI $59,018 Warren, RI $58,790 Warwick, RI $58,626 Westerly, RI $59,196

West Kingston, RI $59,021 West Warwick, RI $58,698 Wood River Junction, RI $59,105 Woonsocket, RI $59,093 North Smithfield, RI $58,959 Wyoming, RI $59,045 Providence, RI $58,534 Cranston, RI $58,542

North Providence, RI $58,549 East Providence, RI $58,538 Riverside, RI $58,557 Rumford, RI $58,548 Smithfield, RI $58,667 Johnston, RI $58,569

College Advisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a College Advisor'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

$52,585

Average $58,563/year

$66,798

$4,382

Average $4,880/month

$5,566

$1,011

Average $1,126/week

$1,285

$25

Average $28/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,798	$5,566	$1,285	$32
Average	$58,563	$4,880	$1,126	$28
25th Percentile	$52,585	$4,382	$1,011	$25

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College Advisor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a College Advisor make in Rhode Island?

Key Factors That Influence College Advisor Salaries

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Top Paying Cities for College Advisors

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