Higher Education/Higher Education Administration at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA
Total Graduates
11
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
18%
2 of 11
Female Graduates
82%
9 of 11
Annual Tuition
$16,591
In-state rate
Program Popularity
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Salary & Earnings
Typical earnings for occupations related to this program
Education administrators, postsecondary
Primary OccupationRelated Occupations
Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$89,040
10-Year Job Growth
+2.5%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Education Administrators, All Other
SOC: 11-9039 | $71,232 | +2.5% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
SOC: 11-9033 | $83,168 | +1.7% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$66,780
Peak Salary
$111,300
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
helping and working with people; leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Leadership roles
- Sales
- Organization
- Data management
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy helping and working with people; leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?
Do you value instructing?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
- • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer working independently
- • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.