College Professor
Jun 17, 2025
Inflation, Pay Transparency & Benefits Packages: Compensation Shifts in Higher Ed This Fall

As institutions brace for the new academic year, evolving priorities in compensation are reshaping hiring, retention, and equity in higher education. This fall, three intersecting trends—rising inflation, mandated pay transparency, and richer benefits packages—are leading colleges and universities to rethink traditional approaches to faculty and staff compensation. Inflation-Driven Pay Adjustments With consumer price inflation remaining […]

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college professor
May 06, 2025
Community College Faculty Wage Trends This Fall: Regional Disparities and Financial Strain

As the fall semester approaches, compensation trends for community college faculty across the U.S. — especially in California — reveal stark regional disparities and mounting financial challenges. Growing Salaries, but Uneven Gains A 2024–25 statewide analysis by the California Legislative Analyst’s Office reports that average salaries for tenure‑track faculty in California community colleges reached $114,630 […]

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College Professor
Apr 12, 2025
Salary Increases in Higher Education: Which Positions Saw the Biggest Gains?

As the higher education landscape continues to evolve post-pandemic, one of the most closely watched trends is how salaries are shifting across faculty, administrative, and support roles. According to recent data from the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR), the 2024–2025 academic year saw a notable increase in salaries across higher education, […]

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College Professor
Mar 18, 2025
Rising Wages or Stagnation? The State of Community College Faculty Salaries in 2025

In 2025, community college faculty salaries present a nuanced landscape, reflecting a blend of modest increases, persistent disparities, and ongoing challenges related to inflation and cost of living. National Overview The National Education Association’s 2025 Faculty Salary Report provides insight into national averages. In the 2023-2024 academic year, full professors at public institutions earned an […]

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White House
Feb 05, 2025
How the New Administration is Reshaping Faculty Pay and Benefits in 2025

As a new administration takes office in 2025, higher education institutions are experiencing shifts in policies affecting faculty pay and benefits. With ongoing debates about funding, tenure, adjunct compensation, and retirement plans, the administration’s stance on education will play a crucial role in shaping faculty employment conditions. Here’s how these changes are unfolding and what […]

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College Professor Teaching
Jan 20, 2025
Tech, AI, and Administration: Which Higher Ed Jobs Are Seeing the Biggest Salary Increases in 2025?

As higher education evolves to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world, certain roles within academia are seeing significant salary growth. In 2025, the biggest salary increases in higher education are being driven by advancements in technology, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), and the growing complexity of administrative leadership. Here’s a look at […]

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College professor teaching
Jan 07, 2025
The Changing Job Market for Higher Ed Professionals: Emerging Roles and In-Demand Skills in 2025

The landscape of higher education employment is undergoing a significant transformation in 2025, driven by technological advancements, shifts in student demographics, and evolving institutional priorities. As colleges and universities adapt to these changes, new career opportunities are emerging, and professionals must develop in-demand skills to stay competitive. Here’s a look at the key trends shaping […]

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College Faculty
Dec 11, 2024
Breaking Down 2025: Key Trends in Faculty and Staff Compensation in Higher Education

As we step into 2025, the landscape of higher education is undergoing significant shifts, and compensation for faculty and staff remains at the forefront of discussions. With economic fluctuations, technological advancements, and evolving workforce expectations, colleges and universities are reassessing how they attract, retain, and reward their employees. Here are the key trends shaping higher […]

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Judge Ruling,Judge
Nov 15, 2024
Federal Judge Vacates FLSA Overtime Rule

On November 15, a federal judge in the Eastern District Court of Texas ruled to strike down the Biden administration’s Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime final rule. The ruling strikes down all components of the rule, meaning both the July and January salary thresholds are no longer in effect, and the triennial automatic updates will not take […]

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Higher Education Salaries
Oct 10, 2024
2025 Salary Trends for Adjunct Professors vs. Tenured Faculty: A Growing Divide?

In 2025, the disparity between adjunct professors and tenured faculty salaries in higher education remains a significant issue. As adjunct faculty now make up nearly 50% of instructional staff at U.S. institutions, the financial gap between these roles has become more pronounced, raising concerns about equity, job security, and the overall sustainability of academic careers. […]

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