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 57
Clinical Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Michael Walsh works as a Clinical Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Michael earned $92,967 in 2026.
Instructor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Sharon Gumina serves as a Instructor. Their 2026 pay totaled $92,955.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Monica Colonaguirre works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Monica earned $92,922 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Fred Dings is a Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,820.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Brady Gregor works as a Athletics Coach for University of South Carolina. Brady earned $92,820 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Isabel Romero is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,820.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Christopher Nesmith is a Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,794.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Jeffrey Shaw is a Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,792.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Jessalyn Walker holds the role of Program Manager I at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,769.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Christi Metcalfe holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,753.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Tracy Skipper holds the role of Program Manager I at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,751.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Andrew Beer works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Andrew earned $92,699 in 2026.
Senior Instructor/University of South Carolina
Daniel Williams is a Senior Instructor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,697.
Public Information Director II/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Marjorie Duffie serves as a Public Information Director II. Their 2026 pay totaled $92,630.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Yongjin Hwang is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,608.
Human Resources Manager I/University of South Carolina
John Sun holds the role of Human Resources Manager I at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,595.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, John Harley serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $92,526.
Project Manager II/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Patricia Williams serves as a Project Manager II. Their 2026 pay totaled $92,512.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Juan Estevez is a Athletics Coach at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,500.
Senior Research Associate/University of South Carolina
Tammy Cummings works as a Senior Research Associate for University of South Carolina. Tammy earned $92,491 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Meeta Banerjee is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,491.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Brian Hollis holds the role of Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,491.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Kristy Welshhans serves as a Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $92,491.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Gretchen Woertendyke holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,488.
Facilities Maintenance Manager II/University of South Carolina
Leroy Sims holds the role of Facilities Maintenance Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,463.
Public Information Director II/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Delandous Haynes serves as a Public Information Director II. Their 2026 pay totaled $92,440.
Grants Administrator II/University of South Carolina
Wendy Clemmer holds the role of Grants Administrator II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,340.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Tanya Widemandavis is a Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,312.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Thaddeus Davis holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,312.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Steven Iacono works as a Program Manager I for University of South Carolina. Steven earned $92,310 in 2026.
Program Manager I/University of South Carolina
Kristi Davis works as a Program Manager I for University of South Carolina. Kristi earned $92,300 in 2026.
Student Services Manager III/University of South Carolina
Alison Hogue holds the role of Student Services Manager III at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,299.
Student Services Manager III/University of South Carolina
Nora Dragovic works as a Student Services Manager III for University of South Carolina. Nora earned $92,299 in 2026.
Program Manager II/University of South Carolina
Ashley Byrdwhite holds the role of Program Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,299.
Senior Network Administrator/University of South Carolina
Patrick Owens works as a Senior Network Administrator for University of South Carolina. Patrick earned $92,299 in 2026.
Department Chair/Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Jason Munsell works as a Department Chair/Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Jason earned $92,268 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Susan Vanderborg is a Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $92,263.
Lecturer/University of South Carolina
Courtney Worsham holds the role of Lecturer at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,194.
Student Services Manager III/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Diondra Black serves as a Student Services Manager III. Their 2026 pay totaled $92,158.
Facilities Maintenance Manager II/University of South Carolina
Brittoni Reynolds holds the role of Facilities Maintenance Manager II at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $92,132.