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Highest Paying Higher Education Administration Jobs for Master Degree Holders

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If you’re pursuing or considering a master’s degree in higher education administration , you’re investing in a pathway to impactful leadership roles.  Higher education administration offers a variety of rewarding careers, with opportunities to shape the future of institutions and make a difference in students’ lives. But which roles offer the highest pay, and what do they require? Using data from the 2019-2020 Professionals in Higher Education Survey by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) , we explore the top 10 highest-paying positions in higher education administration.  While many of these roles require a master’s degree in higher education administration, some may also call for additional or different qualifications or experience. 1. Chief Executive Officer, Single Institution or Campus Within a System Median Salary With a Master’s Degree: $309,575 What the Job Entails: The CEO of a single institution or campus oversees all as...