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 […]
Jun 17, 2025
May 06, 2025
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 […]
Apr 12, 2025
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, […]
Mar 18, 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 […]
Feb 05, 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 […]
Jan 20, 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 […]
Jan 07, 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 […]
Dec 11, 2024
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 […]
Nov 15, 2024
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 […]
Oct 10, 2024
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. […]