Admissions Director Career

*A job as an Admissions Director falls under the broader career category of Education Administrators, Postsecondary. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Education Administrators, Postsecondary : 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.


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Education Administrators, Postsecondar Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$124,450

Median Hourly Wage

$59.83*

Total Employed Nationally

176,420


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.