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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Professor/University of South Carolina
Stephen Criswell holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,749.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Tamara Cook works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Tamara earned $82,741 in 2026.
Nurse Administrator/Manager II/University of South Carolina
Amy Clamp holds the role of Nurse Administrator/Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,726.
IT Supervisor II/University of South Carolina
Antonio Peterson works as a IT Supervisor II for University of South Carolina. Antonio earned $82,726 in 2026.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
Alyssa Paley is a Administrative Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,726.
Public Information Director II/University of South Carolina
Brandon Pugh holds the role of Public Information Director II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,726.
Nurse Administrator/Manager II/University of South Carolina
Carla Sightler is a Nurse Administrator/Manager II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,726.
Academic Program Manager/University of South Carolina
Mark Porter holds the role of Academic Program Manager at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,726.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Michael Watson holds the role of Instructor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,715.
Student Services Manager II/University of South Carolina
Michael Greer holds the role of Student Services Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,714.
Administrative Manager I/University of South Carolina
Queen Bell is a Administrative Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,707.
Student Services Manager III/University of South Carolina
Suzanne Cruea works as a Student Services Manager III for University of South Carolina. Suzanne earned $82,705 in 2026.
Librarian/University of South Carolina
Brian Cuthrell works as a Librarian for University of South Carolina. Brian earned $82,685 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
Clayton Copeland is a Instructor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,667.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jeffrey Hall serves as a Clinical Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $82,648.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
Michael Debates is a Athletics Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,620.
Communications Manager/University of South Carolina
Carol Weir is a Communications Manager at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,568.
Lecturer/University of South Carolina
Shannon Mccutchen works as a Lecturer for University of South Carolina. Shannon earned $82,548 in 2026.
Systems Engineer II/University of South Carolina
Jonathan Booth is a Systems Engineer II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,547.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Dexter Harris serves as a Athletics Administrator. Their 2026 pay totaled $82,522.
IT Supervisor II/University of South Carolina
Michael Parker is a IT Supervisor II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,513.
Administrative Coordinator II/University of South Carolina
Roy Sutherland is a Administrative Coordinator II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,511.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Morgan Maxwell serves as a Program Manager I. Their 2026 pay totaled $82,500.
Research Laboratory Manager/University of South Carolina
Syeedur Khandkar is a Research Laboratory Manager at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,472.
Student Services Manager II/University of South Carolina
Donna Watson holds the role of Student Services Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,427.
Senior Instructor/University of South Carolina
Ronda Sanders holds the role of Senior Instructor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,420.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Murray Skees holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,402.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Kimberly Boone holds the role of Program Manager I at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,378.
Public Information Director II/University of South Carolina
Devin Mcgillan is a Public Information Director II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,360.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Celinadelasmer Lopezrodriguez works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Celinadelasmer earned $82,348 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Elizabeth Easley is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,276.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Shannon Polchow serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $82,275.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Nancy Tolson serves as a Instructor. Their 2026 pay totaled $82,269.
Human Resources Manager I/University of South Carolina
Samantha Burt holds the role of Human Resources Manager I at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $82,238.
IT Consultant II/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Shawn Hagan serves as a IT Consultant II. Their 2026 pay totaled $82,212.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Nasil Heo works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Nasil earned $82,131 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Sarah Waheed works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Sarah earned $82,131 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Sheridan Kennedy is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,131.
Grants Administrator II/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jessica Stucker serves as a Grants Administrator II. Their 2026 pay totaled $82,115.
Accounting/Fiscal Manager I/University of South Carolina
Stephanie Miller is a Accounting/Fiscal Manager I at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $82,110.