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Job outlook for student life coordinators in the United States
Student life coordinator job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected student life coordinator job growth rate is 12% from 2018-2028.
About 52,400 new jobs for student life coordinators are projected over the next decade.
Student life coordinator salaries have increased 13% for student life coordinators in the last 5 years.
There are over 5,657 student life coordinators currently employed in the United States.
There are 53,829 active student life coordinator job openings in the US.
The average student life coordinator salary is $43,449.
Are student life coordinator jobs in demand?
Student life coordinator job and salary trends over time
Student life coordinator jobs over time
Student life coordinator job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,657 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 5,585 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 5,664 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 5,457 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 5,197 | 0.00% |
Average student life coordinator salary over time
Student life coordinator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $43,449 | $20.89 | +2.6% |
| 2024 | $42,362 | $20.37 | +3.9% |
| 2023 | $40,779 | $19.61 | +1.9% |
| 2022 | $40,018 | $19.24 | +4.1% |
| 2021 | $38,435 | $18.48 | +3.2% |
Student life coordinator jobs by state
Most common states for student life coordinators
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delaware | 961,939 | 212 | 22% |
| 2 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 164 | 22% |
| 3 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 620 | 21% |
| 4 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 128 | 18% |
| 5 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 523 | 17% |
| 6 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 348 | 17% |
| 7 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 276 | 16% |
| 8 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 134 | 15% |
| 9 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 632 | 13% |
| 10 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 811 | 12% |
| 11 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 474 | 12% |
| 12 | Alaska | 739,795 | 90 | 12% |
| 13 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 116 | 11% |
| 14 | Vermont | 623,657 | 69 | 11% |
| 15 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 100 | 10% |
| 16 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 58 | 10% |
| 17 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 283 | 9% |
| 18 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 165 | 9% |
| 19 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 126 | 9% |
| 20 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 642 | 8% |
Most common cities for student life coordinators
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston | 1 | 0% | $50,305 |
| 2 | Urban Honolulu | 1 | 0% | $39,945 |
Student Life Coordinator job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of student life coordinator experts
Connecticut College
Heidelberg University
Austin Community College
Marshall University
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Student Life Coordinator job market given the pandemic?
Julia Kushigian Ph.D.: The exciting trends for students graduating in Hispanic Studies and for those already in the job market are the potential benefits of a remote learning anticipated years ago through pedagogical tools designed by those in language, literature and culture. The interactive formulas, ability to engage participants and broaden the definition of language learning to include cultural studies of a variety of professional fields were already in the works and Covid was the impetus to move even faster. We know from a variety of studies, including a major report by the American Council of Teachers of Foreign Languages, for example, that 9 out of 10 U.S. employers rely on employees with language skills other than English. Spanish being in high demand is the most sought after language. Of course, beyond the more obvious benefits of being bilingual ("Why Bilinguals are Smarter" NYT 2012) are the less obvious of being adept at solving certain mental problems, thriving in ambiguity, flexibility with unknowns and the potential to stave off dementia later in life.
Paige Atterholt
Adjunct ProfessorHeidelberg University
What will help Student Life Coordinators increase their earning potential?
Paige Atterholt: There are many ways a teacher can increase their earning potential. This can be done through continuing education, maybe looking at a Masters or more to move up on the pay scale. Teachers can advise student council, tutoring, or even look at coaching to earn more money. There's vast opportunities in the world of education! Schools always need teachers who are well-rounded.
What's a good job out of college for Student Life Coordinators?
Paige Atterholt: A good job out of college is a job that you feel passionate about because I believe your happiness comes first. Being in the world of education, a good job in my eyes is a job that you enjoy going to every day, want to make an impact, and enjoy the time you have with your students.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Student Life Coordinators?
Stuart Greenfield Ph.D.: According to the National Student Clearinghouse estimates for Fall 2018-Fall 2020, Nscresearchcenter, enrollment inf post-secondary institutions declined by 703.9K. Of this decline, 621.4K (88.3%) were attributed to Public 2-year institutions.
What soft skills should all Student Life Coordinators possess?
Stuart Greenfield Ph.D.: Given the changing demographics that the country has experienced, the entire education continuum must change. According to the Brookings Institution, Brookings, the non-Hispanic White population in the under 18 cohort since 2000 has declined.
As you'll note from the occupations that are projected to increase the greatest, most require face-to-face contact, so that soft-skills will be necessary. I would also expect that critical thinking skills will be needed as more responsibility will be required of front-line workers.
Dr. E.Del Chrol
Chair of Humanities, Professor of ClassicsMarshall University
Humanities Department
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Student Life Coordinators?
Dr. E.Del Chrol: I have three big fears about potential impacts of the pandemic on grads, and one hopeful one. I'm a believer in the old saying that goes the true judge of one's character is what one does when nobody is watching. Since students aren't under the same scrutiny as they would in a class of students, I am worried about the reward system some may have developed. So, first, if a student cheated on exams because they took it by themselves, not only does that undermine their education but may encourage cheating to get ahead. Second, it's easy to lose focus in a Zoom or Teams meeting or class. I myself more often than I should check my phone when I should be listening to some administrator or other delivering projections. Attention and focus is a skill, and when there's no obvious penalty to checking Insta during a proof, the ability to do deep and rewarding work with true focus is further diminished. Third, I'm concerned that the pandemic is reinforcing the digital divide. A student who has to share a space or a computer or bandwidth is going to have a harder time performing as well as someone who doesn't. The one thing I hope will come out of this is more people able to do their work in a space and a time of their choosing, and that folks won't be compelled to go sit under fluorescent lights in a cubicle 5 days a week. Learning to work creatively and independently is a skill and one that is sometimes ground out of our students by 19th century work-spaces. Fingers crossed we can develop flexibility thanks to the necessity.