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 20
IT Manager II/University of South Carolina
Pradeep Suresh Upasani holds the role of IT Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $143,000.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Molly Binetti is a Athletics Coach at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $142,800.
Dean/University of South Carolina
Courtney Catledge works as a Dean for University of South Carolina. Courtney earned $142,800 in 2026.
Assistant Dean/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Heather Mayer serves as a Assistant Dean. Their 2026 pay totaled $142,800.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
James Mcmahon holds the role of Clinical Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,800.
Provost/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Phillip Bridgmon serves as a Provost. Their 2026 pay totaled $142,800.
Research Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Carlos Molinaguerra serves as a Research Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $142,800.
Academic Program Manager/University of South Carolina
Chris Cowan is a Academic Program Manager at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $142,800.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Sarah Waldfogel is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $142,800.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Celeste Caulder is a Clinical Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $142,772.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Eboni Herbertharris serves as a Clinical Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $142,630.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Toni Torresmcgehee holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,466.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Jennifer Clements works as a Clinical Professor for University of South Carolina. Jennifer earned $142,362 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Chintser Huang serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $142,327.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Kealy Carter holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,200.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Kathy Moore holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,121.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Cynthia Phillips holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,018.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Catherine Lilly serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $142,004.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
Charles Bloom works as a Athletics Administrator for University of South Carolina. Charles earned $142,000 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
David Linnan holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,000.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Jennifer Grier holds the role of Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,000.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Laura Lanesteele holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,000.
Risk Management & Compliance Manager III/University of South Carolina
William Gaines holds the role of Risk Management & Compliance Manager III at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $142,000.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, John Grady serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $141,973.
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Whitney Dobek is a Clinical Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $141,841.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Robert Weaver serves as a Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $141,795.
Director/University of South Carolina
Courtney Neil holds the role of Director at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $141,600.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Mathieu Deflem serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $141,529.
IT Manager II/University of South Carolina
Charles Kerns works as a IT Manager II for University of South Carolina. Charles earned $141,396 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
Kimberley Pruitt works as a Director for University of South Carolina. Kimberley earned $141,223 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Gloria Boutte serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $141,215.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jessica Brown serves as a Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $141,048.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Danna Thomas serves as a Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $141,048.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Brandon Applegate is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $140,970.
Director/University of South Carolina
Cameron Hall holds the role of Director at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $140,913.
Director/University of South Carolina
Stephanie White is a Director at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $140,913.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Michael Sonntag serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $140,856.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Laszlo Szekely is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $140,853.
Research Professor/University of South Carolina
Adam King works as a Research Professor for University of South Carolina. Adam earned $140,776 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Tarek Shazly holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $140,688.