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 7
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Necati Tereyagoglu works as a Associate Professor for University of South Carolina. Necati earned $216,982 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Christopher Yenkey holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $216,775.
Vice Chancellor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Landon Jones serves as a Vice Chancellor. Their 2026 pay totaled $216,313.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Scott Bauries is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $215,000.
Professor/University of South Carolina
James Hebert works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. James earned $214,854 in 2026.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Keith Skowronski holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $214,200.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Emily Steele works as a Department Chair/Professor for University of South Carolina. Emily earned $213,888 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Joseph Johnson serves as a Assistant Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $213,804.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Xiaojing Yang holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $212,796.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Lorie Donelle is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $212,228.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Blake Holman works as a Assistant Professor for University of South Carolina. Blake earned $212,000 in 2026.
Assistant Professor/University of South Carolina
Cathy Jun is a Assistant Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $212,000.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Qi Wang holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $211,686.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Susan Richardson is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $211,250.
Vice Chancellor/University of South Carolina
Steven Hardy holds the role of Vice Chancellor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $210,120.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Tony Annan is a Athletics Coach at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $210,000.
Athletics Administrator/University of South Carolina
Ariana Moore is a Athletics Administrator at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $209,992.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Edsel Pena serves as a Department Chair/Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $209,780.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Ali Brian is a Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $209,439.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, John Melville serves as a Clinical Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $209,100.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
William Roudebush holds the role of Clinical Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $209,076.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Thomas Nathaniel serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $209,076.
Clinical Professor/University of South Carolina
Mohammed Khalil holds the role of Clinical Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $209,076.
Associate Professor/University of South Carolina
Joao Albinopimentel holds the role of Associate Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $209,031.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Cassandra Joneshavard works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Cassandra earned $209,000 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Qun Lu holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $208,590.
Athletics Coach/University of South Carolina
Martin Richter works as a Athletics Coach for University of South Carolina. Martin earned $208,590 in 2026.
Associate Vice President/University of South Carolina
Emily Devereux holds the role of Associate Vice President at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $208,352.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Colin Miller holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $208,000.
Vice Provost/University of South Carolina
Shannon Means works as a Vice Provost for University of South Carolina. Shannon earned $207,546 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Rosemarie Booze holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $206,956.
Associate Vice President/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Karen Roberts serves as a Associate Vice President. Their 2026 pay totaled $206,910.
Chancellor/University of South Carolina
Al Panu is a Chancellor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $206,910.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Alan Decho works as a Professor for University of South Carolina. Alan earned $206,711 in 2026.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Mark Uline is a Department Chair/Professor at University of South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $206,466.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Jorge Crichignobenitez serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $206,424.
Department Chair/Professor/University of South Carolina
Homayoun Valafar works as a Department Chair/Professor for University of South Carolina. Homayoun earned $206,102 in 2026.
Professor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Seth Stoughton serves as a Professor. Their 2026 pay totaled $206,000.
Vice Chancellor/University of South Carolina
At University of South Carolina, Christopher Reagin serves as a Vice Chancellor. Their 2026 pay totaled $205,831.
Professor/University of South Carolina
Douglas Woodward holds the role of Professor at University of South Carolina. In 2026, their total compensation was $205,468.