International Exchange Program Coordinator

Also called: Study Abroad Advisor, Exchange Coordinator

Runs exchange programs that bring foreign students and professionals to the U.S. or send Americans abroad.

A day in the life

Exchange coordinators place foreign high-school students with host families, organize visits for foreign leaders, and handle visas and emergencies. Groups like the Fulbright program and international visitor councils hire them.

Pay over a career

Starting
$38k
Typical
$50k
High
$70k

Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.

Training

Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's degree; languages and travel experience help.

Ways in: 4-year college, On-the-job training. Training cost: $15k – $60k.

Majors to look at: International Relations, Education, Foreign Languages.

Outlook

Growing slowly.

Will it last? Our AI estimate

Medium risk for 10 years. AI handles applications and matching paperwork; supporting host families and students through problems stays human.

Start now, in high school

Classes: A foreign language, AP World History, Psychology.

Official data: O*NET occupation 21-1099.

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