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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Senior Lecturer/University of South Carolina
Jared Jones works as a Senior Lecturer for University of South Carolina. Jared earned $113,951 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Frank Burke holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $113,923.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Xiaoyan Lin works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Xiaoyan earned $113,895 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Junsoo Lee serves as a Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $113,890.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Scott Trafton works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Scott earned $113,844 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Thomas Price works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Thomas earned $113,761 in 2026.
Human Resources Manager II/University of South Carolina
Carla Hayes holds the role of Human Resources Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $113,722.
Assistant Dean/University of South Carolina
Sonya Singleton holds the role of Assistant Dean at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $113,720.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Ronald Davis is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $113,706.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Diana Gill is a Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $113,704.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Zhengqing Fu works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Zhengqing earned $113,670 in 2026.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
Frederick Ready is a Athletics Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $113,466.
Psychologist II/University of South Carolina
Sterling Watson works as a Psychologist II for University of South Carolina. Sterling earned $113,462 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Alphan Sahin serves as a Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $113,329.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Nader Taheriqazvini holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $113,208.
Network Engineer/University of South Carolina
Elinor Abercrombie is a Network Engineer at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $113,127.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Robert Lefavi serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $113,088.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Elizabeth Regan holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,941.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
David Schrift works as a Clinical Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. David earned $112,867 in 2026.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Brian Keisler serves as a Clinical Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $112,853.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Hayes Hampton holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,830.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Karen Worthy is a Clinical Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $112,823.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Teresa Bowers holds the role of Clinical Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,794.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Helen Kaiser holds the role of Clinical Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,685.
Research Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Narendra Singh serves as a Research Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $112,676.
Administrative Manager II/University of South Carolina
Daniel Colascione is a Administrative Manager II at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $112,638.
Librarian/University of South Carolina
Joshua Garris works as a Librarian for University of South Carolina. Joshua earned $112,638 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Benjamin Roth holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,638.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Crystal Murillo holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,534.
Engineer/Associate Engineer IV/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Walter Orr serves as a Engineer/Associate Engineer IV. Their 2026 pay totaled $112,520.
Development Officer III/University of South Carolina
Joshua Webb holds the role of Development Officer III at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,500.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Emily Mann works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Emily earned $112,489 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Yu Cao holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,455.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Fabienne Poulain works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Fabienne earned $112,399 in 2026.
Director of Information Services/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Maegan Gudridge serves as a Director of Information Services. Their 2026 pay totaled $112,200.
Librarian/University of South Carolina
Terry Faulkenbury works as a Librarian for University of South Carolina. Terry earned $112,200 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Amanda Rebar serves as a Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $112,200.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Melissa Stuckey holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,173.
Professor/University of South Carolina
David Herring works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. David earned $112,126 in 2026.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Kathryn Bernheisel holds the role of Clinical Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $112,089.