Admissions specialist demographics and statistics in the US
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Admissions specialist gender statistics
76.7% of admissions specialists are women and 23.3% of admissions specialists are men.
- Female, 76.7%
- Male, 23.3%
Admissions specialist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 76.7% |
| Male | 23.3% |
Admissions specialist gender pay gap
Women earn 99¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$33,565
Female income
$33,102
Admissions specialist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in admissions specialist positions over time. Currently, 76.7% of admissions specialists are female.
Admissions specialist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 32.11% | 67.89% |
| 2011 | 30.52% | 69.48% |
| 2012 | 30.32% | 69.68% |
| 2013 | 30.09% | 69.91% |
| 2014 | 29.12% | 70.88% |
| 2015 | 29.19% | 70.81% |
| 2016 | 28.10% | 71.90% |
| 2017 | 27.39% | 72.61% |
| 2018 | 23.80% | 76.20% |
| 2019 | 25.03% | 74.97% |
| 2020 | 21.75% | 78.25% |
| 2021 | 23.27% | 76.73% |
Admissions specialist related jobs gender ratio
We compared admissions specialists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public health worker and rehabilitation engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Breastfeeding Educator | 2% | 98% |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 3% | 97% |
| Lactation Specialist | 5% | 95% |
| Admissions Specialist | 23% | 77% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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Admissions specialist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among admissions specialists is White, which makes up 67.0% of all admissions specialists. Comparatively, 14.2% of admissions specialists are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of admissions specialists are Black or African American.
- White, 67.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.2%
- Black or African American, 10.6%
- Unknown, 3.8%
- Asian, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Admissions specialist race
| Admissions specialist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.2% |
| Black or African American | 10.6% |
| Unknown | 3.8% |
| Asian | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Admissions specialist race and ethnicity over time
See how admissions specialist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Admissions specialist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 70.45% | 15.69% | 2.72% | 8.31% |
| 2011 | 69.57% | 15.56% | 2.82% | 8.79% |
| 2012 | 68.76% | 15.46% | 2.62% | 9.65% |
| 2013 | 69.18% | 15.73% | 2.66% | 9.33% |
| 2014 | 68.78% | 15.39% | 2.79% | 9.76% |
| 2015 | 69.46% | 14.13% | 3.09% | 10.11% |
| 2016 | 68.87% | 14.04% | 2.98% | 10.56% |
| 2017 | 69.66% | 14.06% | 2.85% | 10.41% |
| 2018 | 70.75% | 10.81% | 4.54% | 11.44% |
| 2019 | 69.83% | 12.09% | 4.04% | 11.42% |
| 2020 | 68.46% | 10.85% | 3.30% | 12.57% |
| 2021 | 67.03% | 10.64% | 3.74% | 14.20% |
Admissions specialist wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino admissions specialists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american admissions specialists have the lowest average salary at $33,081.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $33,294 |
| White | $33,334 |
| Black or African American | $33,081 |
| Asian | $33,851 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $34,281 |
Average admissions specialist age
See how the average age of admissions specialists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Admissions specialist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 44 | 44 |
| Unknown | 40 | 43.5 |
| Asian | 40 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38.5 | 39 |
| White | 41 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 48 |
Admissions specialist age breakdown
The average age of admissions specialists is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the admissions specialist population.
Admissions specialist age breakdown
| Admissions Specialist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Admissions specialist educational attainment
The most common degree for admissions specialists is bachelor's degree, with 54% of admissions specialists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 19% and associate degree degree at 11%.
- Bachelor's, 54%
- Associate, 19%
- Master's, 11%
- High School Diploma, 9%
- Other Degrees, 7%
Admissions specialists by degree level
| Admissions specialist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 54% |
| Associate | 19% |
| Master's | 11% |
| High School Diploma | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 7% |
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Admissions specialist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, admissions specialists with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $39,495 annually. With a Master's degree, admissions specialists earn a median annual income of $38,939 compared to $34,713 for admissions specialists with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $38,939 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,713 |
| Doctorate Degree | $39,495 |
Admissions specialist employment statistics
Most admissions specialists work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where admissions specialists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where admissions specialists work.
Admissions specialist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 10% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 34% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Admissions specialist jobs by company type
Employees with the admissions specialist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most admissions specialists prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Admissions specialist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 58% |
| Public | 5% |
| Private | 34% |
| Government | 3% |
Admissions specialist jobs by industry
The most common industries for admissions specialists are education, health care and non profits.
Admissions specialist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 48% |
| Health Care | 35% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Government | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Admissions specialist turnover and employment statistics
Admissions specialist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for admissions specialists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Admissions specialist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Admissions specialist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5.18% |
| 2011 | 5.42% |
| 2012 | 4.84% |
| 2013 | 4.91% |
| 2014 | 3.67% |
| 2015 | 3.13% |
| 2016 | 3.01% |
| 2017 | 2.42% |
| 2018 | 2.05% |
| 2019 | 1.74% |
| 2020 | 2.08% |
| 2021 | 2.02% |
Average admissions specialist tenure
The average admissions specialist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,726 admissions specialists resumes in Zippia's database.
Admissions specialist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 22% |
| 1-2 years | 36% |
| 3-4 years | 15% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 6% |
Admissions specialist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of admissions specialists that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual Assault Counselor | 8.96% | 75,374 |
| Certified Juvenile Probation Officer | 9.50% | 89,939 |
| Admissions Specialist | 10.75% | - |
| Monk | 11.25% | 46 |
| Case Manager For Children | 11.48% | 77,002 |
| Intake Counselor | 15.06% | 77,050 |
| Correctional Counselor/Case Manager | 15.06% | 49,605 |
Similar admissions specialist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual Assault Counselor | 8.96% | 75,374 |
| Certified Juvenile Probation Officer | 9.50% | 89,939 |
| Monk | 11.25% | 46 |
| Case Manager For Children | 11.48% | 77,002 |
| Intake Counselor | 15.06% | 77,050 |
| Correctional Counselor/Case Manager | 15.06% | 49,605 |
Foreign languages spoken by admissions specialists
The most common foreign language among admissions specialists is Spanish at 61.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.6% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 5.7%.
- Spanish, 61.0%
- French, 8.6%
- Mandarin, 5.7%
- Portuguese, 2.9%
- Chinese, 2.9%
- Other, 18.9%
Admissions specialist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 61.0% |
| French | 8.6% |
| Mandarin | 5.7% |
| Portuguese | 2.9% |
| Chinese | 2.9% |
| Other | 18.9% |
