South Carolina / Clemson University
Agency file
The Clemson University operates a public higher-education institution — instruction, research, and student services.
In 2026, this agency had 3,698 employees with median total compensation of $85,097; the highest distinct record was $549,312.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2026 total compensation is spread across the 3,698 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($85,097) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $166,455 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $54,755. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Record list
Highest-paid first / page 1
President/Clemson University
Robert Jones holds the role of President at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $549,312.
Vice President/Clemson University
Brian Voss works as a Vice President for Clemson University. Brian earned $541,416 in 2026.
Dean/Clemson University
Wendy York is a Dean at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $535,500.
Senior Vice President/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Jonathan Smith serves as a Senior Vice President. Their 2026 pay totaled $535,000.
Higher Education Attorney/Clemson University
William Hood holds the role of Higher Education Attorney at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $534,649.
Vice President/Clemson University
Richard Petillo is a Vice President at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $459,000.
Dean/Clemson University
Anand Gramopadhye holds the role of Dean at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $457,725.
Senior Vice President/Clemson University
Angela Leidinger holds the role of Senior Vice President at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $434,261.
Senior Vice President/Clemson University
Tanju Karanfil is a Senior Vice President at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $431,460.
Senior Vice President/Clemson University
Maxwell Allen works as a Senior Vice President for Clemson University. Maxwell earned $422,981 in 2026.
Dean/Clemson University
Cynthia Young is a Dean at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $416,160.
Vice President/Clemson University
Sharon Martin holds the role of Vice President at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $408,000.
Associate Dean/Clemson University
Carl Hollingsworth holds the role of Associate Dean at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $402,568.
Vice President/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Brian O'Rourke serves as a Vice President. Their 2026 pay totaled $391,106.
Dean/Clemson University
Matthew Holt is a Dean at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $377,400.
Dean/Clemson University
Leslie Hossfeld is a Dean at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $372,300.
Dean/Clemson University
Ece Skourup works as a Dean for Clemson University. Ece earned $369,240 in 2026.
Dean/Clemson University
Steven Marks works as a Dean for Clemson University. Steven earned $362,100 in 2026.
Assistant Coach/Clemson University
Michael Reed works as a Assistant Coach for Clemson University. Michael earned $360,000 in 2026.
Athletics Administrator/Clemson University
Woodrow Mccorvey works as a Athletics Administrator for Clemson University. Woodrow earned $360,000 in 2026.
Athletics Administrator/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Jordan Sorrells serves as a Athletics Administrator. Their 2026 pay totaled $360,000.
Athletics Director/Clemson University
Graham Neff is a Athletics Director at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $360,000.
Athletics Administrator/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Lisa Knox serves as a Athletics Administrator. Their 2026 pay totaled $360,000.
Athletics Coach/Clemson University
Bradley Brownell holds the role of Athletics Coach at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $360,000.
Athletics Coach/Clemson University
At Clemson University, William Swinney serves as a Athletics Coach. Their 2026 pay totaled $360,000.
Athletics Coach/Clemson University
Michael Noonan is a Athletics Coach at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $360,000.
Assistant Coach/Clemson University
Michael Conn is a Assistant Coach at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $360,000.
Assistant Coach/Clemson University
At Clemson University, James Goodwin serves as a Assistant Coach. Their 2026 pay totaled $350,000.
Endowed Chair/Clemson University
Trudy Mackay is a Endowed Chair at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $348,458.
Vice President/Clemson University
Doug Hallenbeck holds the role of Vice President at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $345,000.
Athletics Administrator/Clemson University
Jeff Davis is a Athletics Administrator at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $340,000.
Endowed Chair/Clemson University
Kevin Tomsovic holds the role of Endowed Chair at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $336,600.
Athletics Administrator/Clemson University
Michael Dooley works as a Athletics Administrator for Clemson University. Michael earned $333,400 in 2026.
Professor/Clemson University
At Clemson University, James Clements serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $331,532.
Professor/Clemson University
C Thompson holds the role of Professor at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $325,000.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Melissa Ryan serves as a Associate Vice President. Their 2026 pay totaled $323,315.
Assistant Vice President/Clemson University
Lesslie Pekarek is a Assistant Vice President at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $321,043.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
Keith Belli is a Associate Vice President at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $320,309.
Professor/Clemson University
Greg Yarrow works as a Professor for Clemson University. Greg earned $311,100 in 2026.
Associate Dean/Clemson University
Jennifer Siemens holds the role of Associate Dean at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $310,335.