Colorado Technical University

How much do career advisors at colleges make and what kind of degree do you need?

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1. Most advisers are actually faculty members that teach full time. Most colleges require a minimum of a Master's degree. Faculty members, depending on location (keep in mind cost of living, as well as education factors . . . PhD's automatically make a few thousand dollars more a year than someone without one. I would say they probably make between $30,000 a year (w/o a masters) and up to $80,000. Experience also plays a factor in salary . . . but the best part about working for a public college is the retirement and health benefits that come with it!! So while you might can make more in other industries . . . retirement and health care (at least in my state) is one of the best in the nation! I recommend contacting a career adviser at a college and ask them about their career . . . they can tell you better than anyone!! Good luck!