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 15
Assistant Dean/University of South Carolina
Karen Britton is a Assistant Dean at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $157,609.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Erin Weeda works as a Clinical Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Erin earned $157,529 in 2026.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Elizabeth Blake works as a Clinical Professor for University of South Carolina. Elizabeth earned $157,115 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Christopher Dewolf serves as a Director. Their 2026 pay totaled $157,080.
Director/University of South Carolina
Terry Dixon is a Director at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $157,080.
Director/University of South Carolina
Monica Cromer works as a Director for University of South Carolina. Monica earned $157,080 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
Nida Majied works as a Director for University of South Carolina. Nida earned $156,988 in 2026.
Accounting/Fiscal Manager III/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Sharon Heiligman serves as a Accounting/Fiscal Manager III. Their 2026 pay totaled $156,935.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Carolyn Queenan works as a Clinical Professor for University of South Carolina. Carolyn earned $156,702 in 2026.
Department Chair/Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Sandra Strick serves as a Department Chair/Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $156,626.
Research Professor/University of South Carolina
Richard Harrill is a Research Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $156,624.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Patricia Witherspoon holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $156,127.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Varsha Kulkarni serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $155,992.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Brian Canada holds the role of Department Chair/Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $155,951.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Neset Hikmet serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $155,900.
Director/University of South Carolina
Colleen Sanchez works as a Director for University of South Carolina. Colleen earned $155,700 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
Audra Vaz is a Director at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $155,682.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Bridget Miller serves as a Clinical Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $155,621.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Enrico Santi works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Enrico earned $155,408 in 2026.
Research Professor/University of South Carolina
Tammiee Dickenson works as a Research Professor for University of South Carolina. Tammiee earned $155,393 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Philip Brookins serves as a Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $155,338.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Bo Cai holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $155,266.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Anwar Merchant works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Anwar earned $155,206 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Tanvir Farouk holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $155,128.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jack Goldsmith serves as a Clinical Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $155,108.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Emily Winston works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Emily earned $155,000 in 2026.
Academic Program Manager/University of South Carolina
Sammara Vanlo holds the role of Academic Program Manager at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $154,999.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Srihari Nelakuditi is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $154,995.
Director/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Rebecca Jordan serves as a Director. Their 2026 pay totaled $154,978.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Brandon Mendez works as a Clinical Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Brandon earned $154,939 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Ming Hu is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $154,868.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Kirk Randazzo works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Kirk earned $154,865 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jessica Elfenbein serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $154,836.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Wolfgang Messner is a Clinical Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $154,825.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Mark Nagel is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $154,779.
Director/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Aaron Toro serves as a Director. Their 2026 pay totaled $154,224.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Marc Moskowitz is a Department Chair/Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $154,065.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Pooyan Jamshididermani holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $154,020.
Director/University of South Carolina
Stacy Lee is a Director at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $153,844.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Charles Partlow holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $153,806.