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 3
Athletics Administrator/Clemson University
Eric Sabin works as a Athletics Administrator for Clemson University. Eric earned $247,500 in 2026.
Professor/Clemson University
Nancy Harp is a Professor at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $243,455.
Dean/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Sarah Winslow serves as a Dean. Their 2026 pay totaled $242,760.
Associate Professor/Clemson University
Angela Morgan holds the role of Associate Professor at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $241,118.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
Johnathan Hoyt is a Associate Vice President at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $239,879.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
Mark Cothran works as a Associate Vice President for Clemson University. Mark earned $239,700 in 2026.
Development Officer/Clemson University
Margaret Owens is a Development Officer at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $239,279.
Professor/Clemson University
Robin Radtke works as a Professor for Clemson University. Robin earned $238,315 in 2026.
Department Chair/Head/Clemson University
Michael Mears holds the role of Department Chair/Head at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $238,212.
Endowed Chair/Clemson University
Thomas Hazlett is a Endowed Chair at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $238,178.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
Laura Haselden holds the role of Associate Vice President at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $237,910.
Associate Provost/Clemson University
Sharon Nagy is a Associate Provost at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $235,620.
Associate Dean/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Daniel Noneaker serves as a Associate Dean. Their 2026 pay totaled $234,849.
Department Chair/Head/Clemson University
Hai Xiao is a Department Chair/Head at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $234,180.
Professor/Clemson University
Ramy Harik works as a Professor for Clemson University. Ramy earned $233,580 in 2026.
Professor/Clemson University
Hai Yao works as a Professor for Clemson University. Hai earned $233,131 in 2026.
Endowed Chair/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Narendra Vyavahare serves as a Endowed Chair. Their 2026 pay totaled $232,923.
Professor/Clemson University
Sez Atamturktur Russcher works as a Professor for Clemson University. Sez earned $232,560 in 2026.
Professor/Clemson University
Philip Roth holds the role of Professor at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $231,071.
Professor/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Nathaniel Mcneese serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $228,480.
Professor/Clemson University
Ryan Mullins works as a Professor for Clemson University. Ryan earned $227,772 in 2026.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
Todd Barnette holds the role of Associate Vice President at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $227,649.
Endowed Chair/Clemson University
Rajendra Bordia works as a Endowed Chair for Clemson University. Rajendra earned $227,148 in 2026.
Athletics Administrator/Clemson University
Amanda Gray is a Athletics Administrator at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $226,700.
Athletic Trainer/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Patrick Richards serves as a Athletic Trainer. Their 2026 pay totaled $225,590.
Director/Clemson University
Stephen Cole holds the role of Director at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $225,420.
Veterinarian/Clemson University
Michael Neault holds the role of Veterinarian at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $225,420.
Associate Professor/Clemson University
Mustafa Akturk holds the role of Associate Professor at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $225,087.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Kathy Hobgood serves as a Associate Vice President. Their 2026 pay totaled $225,000.
Associate Professor/Clemson University
He Li is a Associate Professor at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $224,961.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
Kimberly Spears Mcnatt holds the role of Associate Vice President at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $224,400.
Director/Clemson University
August Gesswein holds the role of Director at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $224,234.
Associate Professor/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Luke Devault serves as a Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $223,973.
Associate Professor/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Travis Box serves as a Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $221,920.
Associate Professor/Clemson University
Yannan Shen works as a Associate Professor for Clemson University. Yannan earned $221,258 in 2026.
Higher Education Attorney/Clemson University
Renee Roux is a Higher Education Attorney at Clemson University. 2026 total compensation came to $220,945.
Department Chair/Head/Clemson University
Scott Baier holds the role of Department Chair/Head at Clemson University. In 2026, their total compensation was $220,275.
Director/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Joseph Fisher serves as a Director. Their 2026 pay totaled $219,950.
Endowed Chair/Clemson University
At Clemson University, Marek Urban serves as a Endowed Chair. Their 2026 pay totaled $219,684.
Associate Vice President/Clemson University
David Clayton works as a Associate Vice President for Clemson University. David earned $219,300 in 2026.