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?

"You get to work with really great people in a community" ((in 15 reviews)); "Rank and file staff is committed, collaborative, welcoming" ((in 5 reviews)); "Culture is friendly and inclusive" ((in 4 reviews)); "I have the chance to work with smart, capable colleagues who are passionate about what they do." ((in 4 reviews)); "Great friendly atmosphere" ((in 3 reviews))

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

"They continue to fill the senior leadership positions with people in their network without going through interviews." ((in 9 reviews)); "Lower pay increase this year" ((in 7 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

5.0

May 18, 2025

Great place to work at

Quality assurance

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great friendly atmosphere Amazing office space Great benefits

Cons

Changing strategy leading to letting employees go regularly

Excelsior University Response

5mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and for your kind words about our team culture, office environment, and benefits. We recognize that strategic changes can be challenging and appreciate your understanding and contributions during your time at Excelsior. Wishing you continued success in your future endeavors.

3.0

Apr 1, 2025

Used to be great

Marketing manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people, mission driven, sense of purpose

Cons

Leadership changed the culture completely

Excelsior University Response

5mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad to hear you valued the mission-driven environment and the people you worked with at Excelsior University. We recognize that leadership changes can impact workplace culture, and we appreciate your perspective as someone who was part of the organization for several years.

3.0

Feb 2, 2025

Meh

Asst. director of financial aid

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

People are generally nice. Some flexibility in the schedule.

Cons

Stupid office politics but that's to be expected.

Excelsior University Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you’ve had positive experiences with our people and workplace flexibility. We understand that office dynamics can sometimes be challenging, and we remain committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. If you ever have specific suggestions or concerns, we encourage open dialogue and welcome your input. We appreciate your time at Excelsior and your contributions to our team.

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Jobs at Excelsior University

Part-Time Online Faculty - Natural Sciences

Part-Time Online Faculty - Computer Science

Student Support Specialist

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