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 4
Professor/University of South Carolina
John Regalbuto works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. John earned $257,421 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Sanjay Ahire serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $257,376.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Shelley Smith works as a Athletics Coach for University of South Carolina. Shelley earned $257,347 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Yan Dong serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $257,257.
Director/University of South Carolina
Jack Claypoole holds the role of Director at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $256,672.
Administrator/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Anna Edwards serves as a Administrator. Their 2026 pay totaled $255,000.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Wendi Du holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $255,000.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Aarondejesus Moramelendez is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $255,000.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Madeline Scanlon works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Madeline earned $255,000 in 2026.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jill Stewart serves as a Department Chair/Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $254,694.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Timothy Brown holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $254,352.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Chao Jiang works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Chao earned $254,321 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Matthew Souther works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Matthew earned $254,181 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Paul Ziehl is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $253,107.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Hugh Kim holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $252,887.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Paul Bliese holds the role of Department Chair/Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $251,125.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Christopher Rorden is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $250,823.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Gerald Mcdermott holds the role of Department Chair/Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $250,758.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Sali Li is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $250,570.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Adel Nasiri is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $250,404.
Director/Adjunct Faculty/University of South Carolina
Pamela Dunleavy holds the role of Director/Adjunct Faculty at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $250,341.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Robert Bradley works as a Athletics Coach for University of South Carolina. Robert earned $250,308 in 2026.
Director/University of South Carolina
Bradley Cole works as a Director for University of South Carolina. Bradley earned $250,000 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Julie Hughes is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $250,000.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Scott Turner is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $249,773.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Ronald Prinz is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $249,444.
Director/University of South Carolina
Marcos Vieyra is a Director at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $248,859.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Daniela Friedman holds the role of Department Chair/Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $248,788.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Ralph White holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $248,665.
Professor/University of South Carolina
S Medlin holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $248,000.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Lori Penningtongray serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $247,352.
Administrator/University of South Carolina
Luther Howell is a Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $247,185.
Higher Education Attorney/University of South Carolina
George Lampl holds the role of Higher Education Attorney at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $247,041.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Derek Black is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $247,000.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Joseph Seiner is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $246,500.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Da Ke serves as a Associate Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $246,477.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
Carey Rich is a Athletics Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $245,820.
Chancellor/University of South Carolina
Susan Elkins works as a Chancellor for University of South Carolina. Susan earned $245,812 in 2026.
Clinical Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Catherine Gutshall works as a Clinical Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Catherine earned $245,092 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Kartik Kalaignanam works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Kartik earned $244,837 in 2026.