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Student Affairs Specialist

Average Student Affairs Specialist Salary

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$48,446
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$36k
MEDIAN
$48k
90%
$67k

The average salary for a Student Affairs Specialist is $48,446 in 2025

Base Salary
$36k - $67k
Bonus
$259 - $5k
Profit Sharing
$53 - $6k
Commission
$2k - $49k
Total Pay
$34k - $65k
Based on 6,914 salary profiles (last updated Aug 02 2023)
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3.8 out of 5
(1,005)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Student Affairs Specialist

Medical
80%
Dental
70%
Vision
60%
None
19%

Gender Breakdown for Student Affairs Specialists

Female
84.0%
Male
13.3%
Prefer to self-define
2.5%
This data is based on 2,870 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Student Affairs Specialists

What is the highest pay for Student Affairs Specialists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Student Affairs Specialist is $67k / year

What is the lowest pay for Student Affairs Specialists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Student Affairs Specialist is $36k / year

How can Student Affairs Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Student Affairs Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Student Affairs Specialist that oversees more junior Student Affairs Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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