Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.
Annual wage data for Education Administrators, Postsecondary (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
176,420
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $63,820. 25th percentile: U.S. $79,880. 50th percentile: U.S. $103,960. 75th percentile: U.S. $140,940. 90th percentile: U.S. $212,420. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $63,820 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $212,420 |
| Workers on average earn | $124,450 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
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