International student counselor demographics and statistics in the US
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International student counselor demographics by:
International student counselor gender statistics
58.3% of international student counselors are women and 41.7% of international student counselors are men.
- Female, 58.3%
- Male, 41.7%
International student counselor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 58.3% |
| Male | 41.7% |
International student counselor gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,779
Female income
$38,864
International student counselor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in international student counselor positions over time. Currently, 58.3% of international student counselors are female.
International student counselor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 52.78% | 47.22% |
| 2011 | 50.94% | 49.06% |
| 2012 | 50.69% | 49.31% |
| 2013 | 50.42% | 49.58% |
| 2014 | 49.26% | 50.74% |
| 2015 | 49.35% | 50.65% |
| 2016 | 48.01% | 51.99% |
| 2017 | 47.14% | 52.86% |
| 2018 | 42.46% | 57.54% |
| 2019 | 44.10% | 55.90% |
| 2020 | 39.64% | 60.36% |
| 2021 | 41.75% | 58.25% |
International student counselor related jobs gender ratio
We compared international student counselors 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% |
| International Student Counselor | 42% | 58% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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International student counselor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among international student counselors is White, which makes up 67.0% of all international student counselors. Comparatively, 14.2% of international student counselors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of international student counselors 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%
International student counselor race
| International student counselor 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% |
International student counselor race and ethnicity over time
See how international student counselor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
International student counselor 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% |
International student counselor wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino international student counselors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american international student counselors have the lowest average salary at $38,824.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,242 |
| White | $39,322 |
| Black or African American | $38,824 |
| Asian | $40,347 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $41,208 |
Average international student counselor age
See how the average age of international student counselors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
International student counselor 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 |
International student counselor age breakdown
The average age of international student counselors is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the international student counselor population.
International student counselor age breakdown
| International Student Counselor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
International student counselor educational attainment
The most common degree for international student counselors is bachelor's degree, with 72% of international student counselors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 15% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 72%
- Master's, 15%
- Associate, 6%
- Doctorate, 3%
- Other Degrees, 4%
International student counselors by degree level
| International student counselor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 72% |
| Master's | 15% |
| Associate | 6% |
| Doctorate | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
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International student counselor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, international student counselors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $52,221 annually. With a Master's degree, international student counselors earn a median annual income of $50,998 compared to $42,080 for international student counselors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $50,998 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,080 |
| Doctorate Degree | $52,221 |
International student counselor employment statistics
Most international student counselors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where international student counselors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where international student counselors work.
International student counselor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 13% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 20% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 12% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 35% |
| > 10,000 employees | 14% |
International student counselor jobs by company type
Employees with the international student counselor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most international student counselors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
International student counselor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 67% |
| Public | 9% |
| Private | 21% |
| Government | 3% |
International student counselor jobs by industry
The most common industries for international student counselors are education, manufacturing and technology.
International student counselor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 58% |
| Fortune 500 | 6% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Hospitality | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
International student counselor turnover and employment statistics
International student counselor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for international student counselors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
International student counselor unemployment rate by year
| Year | International student counselor 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 international student counselor tenure
The average international student counselor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,475 international student counselors resumes in Zippia's database.
International student counselor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 42% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 10% |
| 5-7 years | 9% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 4% |
International student counselor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of international student counselors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Grief Counselor | 8.96% | 27,537 |
| Chief Juvenile Probation Officer | 9.50% | 63,012 |
| International Student Counselor | 10.75% | - |
| Race Relations Adviser | 11.25% | 22,090 |
| Career Services Assistant | 11.48% | 69,545 |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 15.06% | 61,633 |
| Mental Health Unit Lead Psychologist | 15.06% | 84,954 |
Similar international student counselor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Grief Counselor | 8.96% | 27,537 |
| Chief Juvenile Probation Officer | 9.50% | 63,012 |
| Race Relations Adviser | 11.25% | 22,090 |
| Career Services Assistant | 11.48% | 69,545 |
| Certified Lactation Counselor | 15.06% | 61,633 |
| Mental Health Unit Lead Psychologist | 15.06% | 84,954 |
Foreign languages spoken by international student counselors
The most common foreign language among international student counselors is Spanish at 27.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 13.6% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 11.5%.
- Spanish, 27.0%
- French, 13.6%
- Mandarin, 11.5%
- Chinese, 10.0%
- German, 5.2%
- Other, 32.7%
International student counselor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 27.0% |
| French | 13.6% |
| Mandarin | 11.5% |
| Chinese | 10.0% |
| German | 5.2% |
| Other | 32.7% |
