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How much do graduate dean jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate dean in Michigan is $66,677.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,900.00 and $79,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate dean?

Graduate Deans are senior academic administrators who oversee graduate programs at a college or university. They are responsible for setting policies, ensuring academic quality, supporting graduate students, and facilitating communication between faculty, students, and administration. Graduate Deans often work on program development, admissions standards, and funding opportunities. Their role is crucial in maintaining the integrity and reputation of graduate education at their institution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate dean, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate Dean, you need advanced academic credentials (typically a doctoral degree), leadership experience in higher education, and a strong understanding of graduate program administration. Familiarity with university management systems, accreditation processes, and data analysis tools is commonly required. Exceptional communication, strategic vision, and the ability to foster collaboration set outstanding Graduate Deans apart. These skills are crucial for ensuring academic excellence, effective program oversight, and positive engagement with faculty, staff, and students.

What are some common challenges a graduate dean faces when balancing administrative duties with advocating for student needs?

A Graduate Dean often juggles the demands of overseeing academic policies, managing budgets, and fostering faculty development, while also ensuring graduate students receive the support and resources they need. Balancing these responsibilities can be challenging, as it requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to mediate between institutional objectives and student advocacy. Success in this role typically involves building collaborative relationships across departments, staying accessible to student concerns, and implementing initiatives that enhance both program quality and student experience.

What is the difference between Graduate Dean vs Academic Program Director?

AspectGraduate DeanAcademic Program Director
Required CredentialsTypically a doctoral degree in education or related field, extensive experience in higher education administrationMaster's or doctoral degree, experience in program management or academic administration
Work EnvironmentUniversity or college administration, overseeing multiple departments or facultiesSpecific academic department or program, managing curriculum and faculty
Employer & IndustryHigher education institutions, universitiesUniversities, colleges, academic institutions
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for leadership roles in academia, overseeing academic policies and student affairsCompared for program management, curriculum development, and faculty coordination

The main difference is that a Graduate Dean oversees broader academic policies and student affairs at the institutional level, while an Academic Program Director focuses on managing specific programs or departments. Both roles require advanced education and experience in higher education, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

How much do graduate deans make?

Graduate deans typically earn between $100,000 and $200,000 annually, depending on the institution's size, location, and their experience. Salaries may also include benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans, and the role often requires advanced degrees and leadership skills.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Dean job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,677 per year, or $32.1 per hour.

Student Services Coordinator

Detroit, MI • On-site

University of Detroit Mercy
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Job description

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The Student Services Coordinator's primary role is supporting the well-being and success of students, which includes academic advising, resolving student issues, and the timely processing of advising-related documents within the College of Business Administration. The role also supports the College leadership, including the Dean, Assistant Dean, Graduate Programs Director and Undergraduate Programs Director, Executives- in- Residence, and faculty. Recruitment is also a major function, including attending education fairs.

The Student Services Coordinator also serves as a liaison to other academic and administrative units, including Admissions, the Registrar's office, Student Accounts, the International Services Office, and the Dean of Students office, the Student Success Center, the Center for Career & Professional Development, Financial Aid, and other academic departments.

The Student Services Coordinator must be a good listener, have empathy, show compassion, and be respectful of all students, faculty and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

I. Academic Advising throughout the year 65% Daily

a. Advise graduate, undergraduate, international students and high school dual enrollment students regarding course selections each term.

b. Interpret and explain academic policies and procedures.

c. Follow-up on unregistered students.

d. Enter advising notes in banner.

e. Process advising forms such as adds/drops, change of program forms, and Michigan Undergraduate Guest Applications.

f. Advise potential students regarding entrance requirements, the admission process and transfer credits.

g. Evaluate, review and complete graduation certifications for graduate students.

h. Resolve student academic issues.

i. Track and monitor student academic progress, to include students on academic warning, academic probation and those facing academic dismissal.

j. Coordinate with Admissions to meet with prospective students and/or their families.

k. Process course overrides in Banner

l. Generate reports utilizing Argos

m. Attend student related functions

n. Provide updates to students from the College, regarding scholarship opportunities, internships, field trips, upcoming events, and other opportunities.

II. Manage the Graduate Assistant process 10% each academic term

III. Manage the CBA High School Dual Enrollment Process 10% each academic term

IV. Attend student recruitment and education conferences 5% regularly

V. Serve as staff moderator for Collegiate DECA student organization 5% monthly

VI. Other duties as assigned 5% weekly

Minimum Qualifications

Six months to two years A college degree and a professional certificate or graduate degree

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience as an academic advisor in higher education
  • Experience using Banner IX, Argos and Microsoft Suite
  • Knowledge of academic policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of campus college departments
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Zoom

Strong interpersonal skills, patience, a positive attitude and a genuine concern about students and their overall wellbeing, the ability to multitask, be well organized, be very proactive and be detail oriented. The Student Services Coordinator's schedule should be flexible to serve students days, and evenings, as well as some weekends. The Student Services Coordinator must be willing to support and promote the mission of the College and University.

Physical Requirements

Job may require lifting light weight objects (1 to 10 pounds) with no repetitive bending or stooping. Occasionally lift average weight objects (1 to 10 pounds).

Work Environment

Regular exposure to favorable conditions such as those found in a normal office.

Salary/Pay Information

Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Work Schedule

Monday- Friday 8:30- 5:00 p.m.

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