Study abroad advisor demographics and statistics in the US
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Study abroad advisor demographics by:
Study abroad advisor gender statistics
67.5% of study abroad advisors are women and 32.5% of study abroad advisors are men.
- Female, 67.5%
- Male, 32.5%
Study abroad advisor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 67.5% |
| Male | 32.5% |
Study abroad advisor gender pay gap
Women earn 97¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$35,433
Female income
$34,513
Study abroad advisor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in study abroad advisor positions over time. Currently, 67.5% of study abroad advisors are female.
Study abroad advisor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 42.84% | 57.16% |
| 2011 | 41.05% | 58.95% |
| 2012 | 40.81% | 59.19% |
| 2013 | 40.55% | 59.45% |
| 2014 | 39.44% | 60.56% |
| 2015 | 39.52% | 60.48% |
| 2016 | 38.25% | 61.75% |
| 2017 | 37.42% | 62.58% |
| 2018 | 33.11% | 66.89% |
| 2019 | 34.60% | 65.40% |
| 2020 | 30.58% | 69.42% |
| 2021 | 32.46% | 67.54% |
Study abroad advisor related jobs gender ratio
We compared study abroad advisors 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% |
| Study Abroad Advisor | 32% | 68% |
| Donation Worker | 70% | 30% |
| Rehabilitation Engineer | 70% | 30% |
| Public Health Worker | 81% | 19% |
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Study abroad advisor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among study abroad advisors is White, which makes up 67.0% of all study abroad advisors. Comparatively, 14.2% of study abroad advisors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.6% of study abroad advisors 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%
Study abroad advisor race
| Study abroad advisor 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% |
Study abroad advisor race and ethnicity over time
See how study abroad advisor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Study abroad advisor 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% |
Study abroad advisor wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino study abroad advisors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american study abroad advisors have the lowest average salary at $34,474.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $34,893 |
| White | $34,973 |
| Black or African American | $34,474 |
| Asian | $36,004 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $36,872 |
Average study abroad advisor age
See how the average age of study abroad advisors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Female
Study abroad advisor 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 |
Study abroad advisor age breakdown
The average age of study abroad advisors is 40+ years years old, representing 55% of the study abroad advisor population.
Study abroad advisor age breakdown
| Study Abroad Advisor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 55% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 14% |
Study abroad advisor educational attainment
The most common degree for study abroad advisors is bachelor's degree, with 80% of study abroad advisors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 10% and master's degree degree at 5%.
- Bachelor's, 80%
- Master's, 10%
- Associate, 5%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Study abroad advisors by degree level
| Study abroad advisor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 80% |
| Master's | 10% |
| Associate | 5% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Study abroad advisor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, study abroad advisors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $48,177 annually. With a Master's degree, study abroad advisors earn a median annual income of $46,905 compared to $37,755 for study abroad advisors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $46,905 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $37,755 |
| Doctorate Degree | $48,177 |
Study abroad advisor employment statistics
Most study abroad advisors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where study abroad advisors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where study abroad advisors work.
Study abroad advisor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 19% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 44% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Study abroad advisor jobs by company type
Employees with the study abroad advisor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most study abroad advisors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Study abroad advisor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 81% |
| Public | 2% |
| Private | 14% |
| Government | 3% |
Study abroad advisor jobs by industry
The most common industries for study abroad advisors are education, non profits and professional.
Study abroad advisor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 73% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Study abroad advisor turnover and employment statistics
Study abroad advisor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for study abroad advisors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Study abroad advisor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Study abroad advisor 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 study abroad advisor tenure
The average study abroad advisor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,565 study abroad advisors resumes in Zippia's database.
Study abroad advisor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 71% |
| 1-2 years | 17% |
| 3-4 years | 5% |
| 5-7 years | 4% |
| 8-10 years | 2% |
| 11+ years | 1% |
Study abroad advisor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of study abroad advisors 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Parole Officer | 9.50% | 55,945 |
| Study Abroad Advisor | 10.75% | - |
| Monk | 11.25% | 46 |
| Social Work Associate | 11.48% | 88,498 |
| Intensive In-Home Counselor | 15.06% | 122,300 |
| Primary Therapist | 15.06% | 85,127 |
Similar study abroad advisor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Anger Control Counselor | 8.96% | 58,069 |
| Parole Officer | 9.50% | 55,945 |
| Monk | 11.25% | 46 |
| Social Work Associate | 11.48% | 88,498 |
| Intensive In-Home Counselor | 15.06% | 122,300 |
| Primary Therapist | 15.06% | 85,127 |
Foreign languages spoken by study abroad advisors
The most common foreign language among study abroad advisors is Spanish at 41.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 14.4% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 7.3%.
- Spanish, 41.3%
- French, 14.4%
- Chinese, 7.3%
- Mandarin, 6.3%
- German, 6.1%
- Other, 24.6%
Study abroad advisor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 41.3% |
| French | 14.4% |
| Chinese | 7.3% |
| Mandarin | 6.3% |
| German | 6.1% |
| Other | 24.6% |
