Does Washburn University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Washburn University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Washburn University. This rating has decreased by 11% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Washburn University?

65% of Washburn University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Washburn University 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Washburn University?

Assistant Professor (6) , Lecturer (5) , Assistant Director (4) , Office Assistant (4) , Adjunct Instructor (3) , Associate Professor (3) , Director (3) , Marketing Assistant (3) , Police Officer (2)

What are the pros of working at Washburn University according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are good" ((in 10 reviews)); "Great people in the social sciences." ((in 8 reviews)); "Great staff and environment !" ((in 6 reviews)); "Small campus, easy to become involved" ((in 4 reviews)); "Great community and easy work environment." ((in 4 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Washburn University according to real employee reviews?

"pay in higher education is low" ((in 16 reviews)); "Hard to grow, move up, salaries are not great for every department" ((in 4 reviews)); "Very poor work life balance and incompetent management." ((in 2 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Washburn University locations?

Topeka , Lawrence , Kansas City , Washburn

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Solid, but needs to follow younger professionals - Anonymous employee Washburn University Employee Review

3.0

Feb 18, 2019

Anonymous employee

Recommend

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Pros

Size, benefits, ability to collaborate across campus

Cons

The “WU Way” is a phrase that is used both as a justification and an excuse. The University sometimes gets in its own way because upper management and academics alike refuse to try new things or improve on existing procedures.

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5.0

May 27, 2026

Associate director

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Pros

employees and work life balance

Cons

pay in higher education is low

4.0

Jul 14, 2026

Office coordinator

Recommend

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Pros

Flexible PTO, can work from home once a week, great staff

Cons

Unclear on how to move up within the organization, at the mercy of faculty/staff wide raises which puts those who are paid low at a disadvantage

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