How much does a Private College Counselor make in Los Angeles, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Private College Counselor in Los Angeles, CA is $69,014. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $60,419 to $80,801, with most professionals earning between $52,593 and $91,532.

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Private College Counselor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private College Counselor Salary $52,593 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Private College Counselor Salary $60,419 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Private College Counselor Salary $69,014 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Private College Counselor Salary $80,801 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Private College Counselor Salary $91,532 Los Angeles,CA April 01, 2025
25% $60,419 10% $52,593 90% $91,532 75% $80,801 $69,014 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Private College Counselor ?

A school counselor works in primary (elementary and middle) schools and/or secondary schools to provide academic, career, college access/affordability/admission, and social-emotional competencies to all students through a school counseling program. School counselors in most countries have at least a master's degree in school counseling and state and/or national certification....

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    Academic Advisor

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Private College Counselor

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Academic Advising Director

    5 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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