Lead Registrar Salary in Chicago, Illinois

How much does a Lead Registrar make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Registrar in Chicago, IL is $100,104. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $82,405 to $123,301, with most professionals earning between $66,291 and $144,420.

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What is a Lead Registrar?

The Lead Registrar is responsible for overseeing the registration process within an organization or institution. This includes managing a team of registrars, ensuring accurate and timely processing of registrations, maintaining records and databases, and providing excellent customer service to registrants. The Lead Registrar may also be involved in developing and implementing registration policies and procedures, training staff, and collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth and efficient registration processes. Additionally, they may be responsible for resolving any registration-related issues or conflicts that arise. Strong organizational and leadership skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities are essential for success in this role.

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Common responsibilities of a Lead Registrar

Oversee the registration process for new students, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected and processed accurately.

September 07, 2023

Stay informed about changes in registration software and technology to improve efficiency and accuracy.

September 10, 2023

Coordinate with academic departments to ensure accurate course scheduling and availability for students.

September 24, 2023

Train and supervise registration staff to ensure efficient and accurate processing of student records.

September 25, 2023

Collaborate with other departments to resolve registration-related issues and concerns.

September 26, 2023

Develop and implement registration policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

September 29, 2023

Manage student records and ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information.

October 12, 2023

Analyze registration data and trends to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.

October 12, 2023

Communicate with students and families to provide information and support related to the registration process.

October 21, 2023

Represent the registrar's office at meetings and events to provide information and support to students and staff.

November 29, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Lead Registrar in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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82405

123301

100104

Average Total Cash Compensation

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82416

123300

100114

What is the average salary for Lead Registrar in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Registrar in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Lead Registrar ranges from $82,405 to $123,301 with the average base salary of $100,104. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $82,416 to $123,300 with the average total cash compensation of $100,114.

View Average Salary for Lead Registrar as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$100,104	$82,405 - $123,301
Bonus	$10	$10 - $-1
Total Pay	$100,114	$82,416 - $123,300

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Lead Registrar Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,405 - $123,301	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,405 - $123,301	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,310 - $123,158	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,373 - $123,253	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,373 - $123,253	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $80,683 - $120,724	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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About Chicago, Illinois

Chicago (/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ (listen), locally also /-ˈkɔː-/), officially the City of Chicago, is the most populous city in Illinois, as well as the third most populous city in the United States. With an estimated population of 2,716,450 (2017), it is the most populous city in the Midwest. Chicago is the principal city of the Chicago metropolitan area, often referred to as Chicagoland, and the county seat of Cook County, the second most populous county in the United States. The metropolitan area, at nearly 10 million people, is the third-largest in the United States, and the fourth largest in North A...

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