Does Excelsior University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Excelsior University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Excelsior University. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Excelsior University?

29% of Excelsior University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Excelsior University 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Excelsior University?

Admissions Counselor (7) , Adjunct Professor (6) , Adjunct Faculty (3) , Director (3) , Adjunct Instructor - Online (2) , Data Scientist (2)

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

"the benefits and the people there were great." ((in 19 reviews)); "You get to work with really great people in a community" ((in 13 reviews)); "Rank and file staff is committed, collaborative, welcoming" ((in 5 reviews)); "I have the chance to work with smart, capable colleagues who are passionate about what they do." ((in 4 reviews)); "Many of the staff are dedicated to the mission of the college and hard" ((in 4 reviews))

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

"Poor management, business decisions, office politics and vision have systematically disassembled the good that once existed." ((in 9 reviews)); "They continue to fill the senior leadership positions with people in their network without going through interviews." ((in 9 reviews)); "Pay stagnated bad over the years." ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about Excelsior University layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Excelsior University layoffs and their outlook for job security at Excelsior University in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Excelsior University locations?

Albany , Troy , New York , Chicago , Guilderland , Tempe , Murfreesboro , Jacksonville , Tampa , Remote

Excelsior University reviews

2.6

29% would recommend to a friend

(158 total reviews)

David Schejbal

20% approve of CEO

28% positive business outlook

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Excelsior University has an employee rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars, based on 158 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Excelsior University employee rating is 30% below average for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

158 reviews

2.0

Aug 12, 2024

Need to do better

Human resources

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Friendly staff, good benefits, fun working environment.

Cons

Management is powerless to stop the mass exodus from the University and doesn’t realize they are the reason why people are leaving.

Excelsior University Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience and for highlighting the positives within our work environment. Your feedback is crucial as we strive to create a more balanced and supportive workplace.

1.0

Aug 9, 2024

A Toxic Work Environment

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The coworkers are exceptional, bringing innovative ideas and a strong work ethic to the team. Additionally, the flexibility to work in a hybrid or remote environment is a significant advantage.

Cons

The institution is plagued by significant issues, particularly at the level of executive leadership. The leadership team is characterized by a lack of integrity, frequently engaging in contradictory behavior and disseminating misinformation. Trust is severely compromised, as many individuals appear more focused on advancing their careers than fostering a collaborative environment. There is a pervasive attitude within the executive leadership that views employees as expendable, which is reflected in their frequent shifts in direction and the imposition of unrealistic expectations. Constructive feedback is not welcomed and often results in punitive actions by HR. Additionally, there is a recurring use of threats of termination, contributing to a toxic work environment that undermines morale and fosters a culture of distrust.

Excelsior University Response

1y

We appreciate your feedback. Addressing concerns related to the work environment is important to us. We are dedicated to fostering trust, transparency, and collaboration within our organization. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

1.0

Jun 24, 2024

A scam of a company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

remote work and flexible hours

Cons

double taxed horrible senior leadership who only make decisions based on numbers and not on quality will let go an entire team of 20 people without warning no job security

Excelsior University Response

1y

Thank you for your candid insights. We appreciate your feedback. It is important to hear about concerns regarding support and growth opportunities. We are dedicated to addressing issues and facilitating a supportive environment.

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