Does Golden Gate University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Golden Gate University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Golden Gate University. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Golden Gate University?

55% of Golden Gate University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Golden Gate University 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Golden Gate University?

Student Assistant (15) , Adjunct Professor (9) , Assistant Director (6) , Administrative Assistant (5) , Associate Director (3) , Graduate Student Assistant (3) , Administrative (2) , Assistant Director of Admissions (2) , Director (2) , Executive Assistant (2) , Graduate Assistant (2) , Instructional Designer (2) , Senior Program Coordinator (2)

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

"Friendly colleagues create a comfortable work environment" ((in 9 reviews)); "My coworkers are great and care a lot." ((in 7 reviews)); "Working from home schedule and great colleagues." ((in 6 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 3 reviews))

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

"The pay is low" ((in 10 reviews)); "Management is also a joke and don't know how to lead a team at all." ((in 9 reviews)); "He has restructured senior leadership multiple times in his 6 years at GGU and can't seem to retain effective leaders." ((in 5 reviews)); "Clearly, something has gone wrong and it's driving down morale and increasing turnover." ((in 4 reviews)); "No advancement opportunities." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Golden Gate University layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Golden Gate University locations?

San Francisco , New York , Berkeley , Daly City , Orinda , San Mateo , Mountain View

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3.7

55% would recommend to a friend

(160 total reviews)

David Fike

53% approve of CEO

33% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Work/Life balance

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Culture & values

3.5

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

3.2

Compensation and benefits

Golden Gate University has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 160 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Golden Gate University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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160 reviews

5.0

Oct 15, 2024

Great students

Adjunct professor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great students who are eager to learn. Saw a huge improvement over the course of the class.

Cons

Can not think of any.

2.0

Sep 5, 2024

Not so great.

Lecturer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Positive feedback to staff. Friendly.

Cons

Low pay. Chaotic. Going downhill.

5.0

Jul 19, 2024

Good

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Everything is good in the company

Cons

Nothing is bas in the company

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