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.
Record list
Highest-paid first / page 14
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Bryant Smith works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Bryant earned $162,000 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Matthew Brashears holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $161,946.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Sanghee Won is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $161,875.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Ken Shimizu serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $161,842.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Caryn Outten holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $161,815.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Donna Chen works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Donna earned $161,798 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Michael Myrick is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $161,797.
Vice Chancellor/University of South Carolina
Ernest Pringle works as a Vice Chancellor for University of South Carolina. Ernest earned $161,656 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
Bryan Winters is a Director at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $161,656.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Franklin Outten is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $161,615.
Vice Chancellor/University of South Carolina
Angela Simmons is a Vice Chancellor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $161,345.
Assistant Dean/University of South Carolina
Danielle Mcelwain is a Assistant Dean at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $161,295.
Academic Program Director/University of South Carolina
Trena Houp works as a Academic Program Director for University of South Carolina. Trena earned $161,206 in 2026.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
David Cone holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $161,149.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Linda Shimizu works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Linda earned $161,086 in 2026.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Abbas Tavakoli holds the role of Clinical Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $160,051.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Christine Distefano works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Christine earned $160,000 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Etienne Toussaint serves as a Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $160,000.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Brianne Dunn holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $160,000.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Bendegul Okumus serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $160,000.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Chad Rose is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $160,000.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Derek Henrichs works as a Clinical Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Derek earned $160,000 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Jessaca Spybrook works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Jessaca earned $160,000 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Xiaofeng Yang works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Xiaofeng earned $159,575 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
Brandi Boniface holds the role of Director at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $159,035.
Director/University of South Carolina
Karla Pool holds the role of Director at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $159,000.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
George Roy holds the role of Department Chair/Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $158,889.
Director/University of South Carolina
Harrison Pressley holds the role of Director at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $158,755.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Xiaomin Deng is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $158,642.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Saskia Coenensnyder holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $158,100.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Morgan Stefik works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Morgan earned $158,100 in 2026.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Mohammad Irani works as a Clinical Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Mohammad earned $158,100 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Nathan Holtsclaw serves as a Director. Their 2026 pay totaled $158,100.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Brian Silverstein works as a Clinical Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Brian earned $158,100 in 2026.
Vice Chancellor/University of South Carolina
Nathan Rice holds the role of Vice Chancellor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $158,100.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
Erin Abbey is a Athletics Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $158,000.
Director/University of South Carolina
Mark Richter holds the role of Director at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $157,912.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Timothy Shaw works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Timothy earned $157,768 in 2026.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Kamla Sanasibhola serves as a Clinical Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $157,734.
Physician/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Theodore Belsches serves as a Physician. Their 2026 pay totaled $157,664.