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Lindenwood

Strategist, Study Abroad Programs

Campus, IL

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Strategist, Study Abroad Programs Division: Academic Affairs Evaluation Group: Staff FLSA Status ... Coordinates and conducts pre-departure orientations and post-return debriefings * Supports outbound ...

University of Utah

Study Abroad Advisor

Campus, IL · Hybrid

The Coordinator opens programs to accept applications and reviews application eligibility and requirements. * The Coordinator supports program-specific pre-departure orientations to facilitate ...

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How much do study abroad program coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for study abroad program coordinator in the United States is $54,853.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Study Abroad Program Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Study Abroad Program Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, cross-cultural competency, and a background in education or international studies, often supported by a bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with student information systems, travel management platforms, and visa application processes is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills help you support students and collaborate with global partners. These competencies are vital for ensuring student safety, program success, and meaningful international experiences.

What does a Study Abroad Program Coordinator do?

A Study Abroad Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing international study programs for students. Their duties include advising students on available programs, assisting with application processes, coordinating with partner institutions abroad, and ensuring compliance with academic and travel requirements. They also provide pre-departure orientations and ongoing support to students while they are overseas. The coordinator acts as a liaison between the students, faculty, and foreign institutions to ensure a smooth and enriching study abroad experience.

What are some common challenges faced by Study Abroad Program Coordinators, and how are they typically addressed?

Study Abroad Program Coordinators often navigate challenges such as managing complex logistics, ensuring students' safety abroad, and adapting to changing travel regulations. They frequently handle last-minute changes in student itineraries, communicate with international partners across different time zones, and support students in adjusting to new cultures. These challenges are addressed through strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and close collaboration with university departments, travel agencies, and host institutions. Coordinators often receive ongoing training in risk management and cultural competency to effectively support students and ensure successful program outcomes.

What is the difference between Study Abroad Program Coordinator vs Study Abroad Advisor?

AspectStudy Abroad Program CoordinatorStudy Abroad Advisor
CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; certifications in international education are a plusBachelor's degree; experience in counseling or education preferred
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, university or college international officesStudent services offices, campus advising centers
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, study abroad organizationsUniversities, colleges, study abroad agencies
Primary FocusManaging program logistics, partnerships, and complianceGuiding students through program options and application processes

While both roles support international education, the Study Abroad Program Coordinator focuses on managing programs and logistics, whereas the Study Abroad Advisor primarily assists students with choosing programs and application guidance. Understanding these differences helps in selecting the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Study Abroad Program Coordinator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,853 per year, or $26.4 per hour.
Program Coordinator - Semester Study Abroad

Program Coordinator - Semester Study Abroad

Spelman College

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization throughout employment. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
This position is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funding.
Position Title
Program Coordinator - Semester Study Abroad
Position Summary
The Program Coordinator for Semester Study Abroad supports Semester Study Abroad by assisting the Director of Semester Study Abroad with executing programs and events in support of the recruitment, retention, orientation and reentry of semester study abroad students. The Program Coordinator is a member of the Gordon-Zeto Center for Global Education team tasked with providing opportunities and available resources for Spelman faculty and students so they can engage with the many cultures of the world.
This position is a non-remote full-time position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Conducts information sessions and respond to questions and concerns (in-person/virtual/email) from both students and parents, on Spelman approved programs offerings, requirements, costs, billing, scholarships and deadlines for semester study abroad.
  • Works with Director to prepare and develop targeted marketing, social media communications and resources for events, activities and outreach campaigns for students, faculty and staff.
  • Provides strong logistical (in-person and virtual) support for Student Abroad activities and semester- based events calendar including information sessions and workshops, open office hours, Fall/Spring orientation, internal and external scholarships, etc. using software tools for scheduling, collaboration and work management. Intensive student contact and follow-up are required to ensure student notification and participation.
  • Coordinates in-person and virtual visits of Study Abroad providers, consortium institutions and guest presenters for events, meetings, orientations.
  • Processes students' applications and other paperwork and documentation and keep students informed by online, in-person and/or via social media of necessary information to remain registered as a study abroad participant, informed of housing, pre-departure, in-country and returning student matters, billing, orientation etc.
  • Develops systems/database to maintain all records for semester/year study abroad students, including but not limited to Spelman Study Abroad and Scholarship applications, health, safety and insurance forms and documents, external scholarships, transcripts, passports, release & waiver agreements, code of conduct etc.
  • Provides yearly summary list of students, majors and programs for Institute for International Education's Open Doors Report.
  • Updates Study Abroad forms, policy/procedures and brochures.
  • Monitors budget and expenditures in Banner, prepare departmental and institutional billing statements and invoicing and prepare periodic reports.
  • Works with Student Accounts to prepare billing statements and invoicing and ensure appropriate distribution. This process will require follow-up to determine payment upon confirmation of student's safe arrival to their host country, handling purchases, check requests, program billing, invoicing and payments.
  • Sends transcripts of Spelman students to Registrar's Office for posting to students' transcript Correspond with representatives from various programs (CIEE, IES, IFSA, CAPA, Arcadia, SIT etc.) regarding student transcripts.
  • Creates directory of study abroad program participants for submission to Public Safety each term.
  • Performs various administrative and clerical duties which includes ordering office supplies and program materials, catering food, postal services, preparation of checks and invoices.
  • Manages the Study Abroad Resource Room which includes ensuring its orderly upkeep, ordering and evaluating the need for inventory and displaying current program materials and catalogs for approved programs and student abroad events and activities.
  • Supervises work study/general college students including their training and orientation on the study abroad process for Fall, Spring and Summer students.
  • Provides administrative support for the Faculty Study Abroad Committee throughout the year. Prepare and organize materials for The Spelman College Alumnae, Martin Yanuck, JP Morgan Chase, Merrill, Interstudy, Rick J. & Anna l. Mills, Lady Von, Strickland-Cook, etc. scholarship applications. Schedule and coordinate application screenings and/or interviews for scholarship applicants and compile completed applications for Committee review and program provider acceptance.
  • Provides administrative support for the Coordinator of Short-term Faculty-led Programs and the Vice-Provost for Global Education on the Center's initiatives such as faculty-led programs to Ecuador, Japan, Trinidad, Malaga, Oaxaca, Costa Rica etc.
  • Provides administrative support for the Coordinator of the International Student Services regarding on-boarding of new international students and other Gordon-Zeto Center's events and programming.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience or a combination of education and experience required. Experience living abroad and/or programming in an academic setting required. Ability to manage complex and multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
This position requires strong student facing experience, communication, and time management skills. Professional demeanor with the ability to interface with internal and external customers with diplomacy and tact is essential. Independent judgment is necessary to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload with attention to detail. Work requires fact-finding and compilation skills plus ability to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously, at times with little supervision.
Excellent oral communication skills are required when providing information and responding to questions from students, parents, employees and the general public in one-on-one or group situations. Incumbent must be able to write business correspondence and procedure manuals plus compose memos, letters, and emails. Also, must be able to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals. Good proofreading skills are essential.
This work requires the ability to perform intermediate-advanced level computer skills using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and experience working with software tools for scheduling, collaboration and work management is a plus. In addition to producing correspondence, duties may involve assignments that require creating mail merges, fliers, forms, andspreadsheets using formulas, plusthe use of Outlook, Lotus Notes, Banner Financial Module and Internet navigation. Knowledge of study abroad software preferred, e.g. Terra Dotta.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the field of Education Abroad and Cross-cultural experience preferred.
Knowledge of study abroad software preferred, e.g. Terra Dotta.
Certifications, Licenses, Restrictions
NONE
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit, walk, use hands to handle office supplies, operate computer and other office equipment, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to: reach with hands and arms, and stand. The employee is occasionally required to: stoop, climb, and lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.
Shift
Days
% Travel Required
1% - 25%
Full Time/Part Time
Full-time
Work Location/Schedule:
This position requires onsite work and is not eligible for remote work.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Candidate Start Date
Position End Date
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SC0865P
Posting Open Date
Posting Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
Spelman College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a smoke-free campus.

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