Student Affairs Administration
Career outlook
UWL's practitioner-based program allows students to immediately apply course concepts and ideas in their current roles. Over time, many have advanced into leadership positions overseeing departments or divisions at universities.
Salary
Salaries for higher education professionals can vary significantly depending on the position, level of responsibility and type of institution. Entry-level roles typically earn salaries in the $45,000-$60,000 range, while leadership positions can exceed $100,000, according to the 2019-2020 Professionals in Higher Education Survey conducted by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR). For more detailed information, see the CUPA-HR Survey.