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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Associate Dean/University of South Carolina
Robin Dawson holds the role of Associate Dean at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $165,568.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Susan Courtney works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Susan earned $165,371 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
Lindsay Crawford is a Director at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $165,310.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Richard Evans serves as a Athletics Administrator. Their 2026 pay totaled $165,290.
Professor of Practice/University of South Carolina
Mark Yancey works as a Professor of Practice for University of South Carolina. Mark earned $165,000 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
Charity Garris is a Director at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $165,000.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Sunghee Park is a Clinical Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $163,899.
Assistant Dean/University of South Carolina
Oliver Davis holds the role of Assistant Dean at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $163,756.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Divya Ahuja serves as a Clinical Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $163,646.
Department Chair/Head/University of South Carolina
Sheryl Mitchell works as a Department Chair/Head for University of South Carolina. Sheryl earned $163,613 in 2026.
Research Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Erik Hoempler works as a Research Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Erik earned $163,200 in 2026.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Ozgur Ince holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $163,072.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jihong Liu serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $163,035.
Associate Dean/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Karen Edwards serves as a Associate Dean. Their 2026 pay totaled $162,914.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Katherine Chappell holds the role of Clinical Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $162,843.
Assistant Dean/University of South Carolina
Alysia Bridgman works as a Assistant Dean for University of South Carolina. Alysia earned $162,834 in 2026.
Pharmacist/University of South Carolina
Wendy Chiles holds the role of Pharmacist at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $162,833.
Senior Systems Architect/University of South Carolina
Behzad Torkian holds the role of Senior Systems Architect at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $162,657.