South Carolina / University of South Carolina
Agency file
The University of South Carolina operates a public higher-education institution — instruction, research, and student services.
In 2026, this agency had 5,807 employees with median total compensation of $81,863; the highest distinct record was $2,700,000.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2026 total compensation is spread across the 5,807 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($81,863) — 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 $155,266 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $55,319. 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.
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Record list
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Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Bruce Suddeth works as a Program Manager I for University of South Carolina. Bruce earned $95,250 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, John Jenkins serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $95,213.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Tiffany Mattox serves as a Program Manager I. Their 2026 pay totaled $95,178.
IT Manager I/University of South Carolina
Jonathan Faulkenberry works as a IT Manager I for University of South Carolina. Jonathan earned $95,113 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Besim Dragovic works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Besim earned $95,098 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Xuefeng Peng holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $95,098.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Erin Meyergutbrod is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $95,098.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Pellen Malphrus holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $95,021.
Director of Information Services/University of South Carolina
Jason Darby works as a Director of Information Services for University of South Carolina. Jason earned $95,000 in 2026.
Development Officer I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Maureen Severson serves as a Development Officer I. Their 2026 pay totaled $95,000.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Fan Yang works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Fan earned $95,000 in 2026.
Teaching Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Samantha Tippen is a Teaching Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $95,000.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Ian Adams holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $95,000.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Stephany Smith holds the role of Program Manager I at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $95,000.
Engineer/Associate Engineer III/University of South Carolina
Lawton Brown is a Engineer/Associate Engineer III at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $95,000.
Grants Administrator III/University of South Carolina
Richard Snelgrove is a Grants Administrator III at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $95,000.
Student Services Program Coordinator II/University of South Carolina
Robert Martin works as a Student Services Program Coordinator II for University of South Carolina. Robert earned $95,000 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Daniel Sweaney works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Daniel earned $94,984 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Michelle Brownschaffer works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Michelle earned $94,944 in 2026.
Grants Administrator III/University of South Carolina
Shannon Lackey works as a Grants Administrator III for University of South Carolina. Shannon earned $94,918 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Jonah Steinberg works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Jonah earned $94,907 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Judy Beck is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $94,900.
Senior Instructor/University of South Carolina
Richard Peterson is a Senior Instructor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $94,893.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Jungmi Wu is a Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $94,872.
Healthcare Administrator II/University of South Carolina
Dina Brown is a Healthcare Administrator II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $94,860.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Rahul Ghosal holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $94,860.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Marius Valdes works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Marius earned $94,811 in 2026.
Public Information Director II/University of South Carolina
Emily Miles holds the role of Public Information Director II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $94,747.
Librarian/University of South Carolina
Evette Bridges works as a Librarian for University of South Carolina. Evette earned $94,747 in 2026.
Psychologist I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Sarah Wright serves as a Psychologist I. Their 2026 pay totaled $94,723.
IT Manager I/University of South Carolina
Ezra Brooks is a IT Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $94,686.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Melissa Ellermann holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $94,665.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Lynn Kompass serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $94,650.
Senior Network Administrator/University of South Carolina
Shannon Koontz is a Senior Network Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $94,626.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Kayla Everhart works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Kayla earned $94,584 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Polinpapilin Katina works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Polinpapilin earned $94,564 in 2026.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Kimberly Taylor serves as a Clinical Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $94,540.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Elizabeth Georgian works as a Department Chair/Professor for University of South Carolina. Elizabeth earned $94,473 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Ciaran Fairman holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $94,455.
Academic Program Manager/University of South Carolina
Lauren Epps is a Academic Program Manager at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $94,452.