Is Marquette University a good company to work for?

Marquette University has an overall rating of 4.1 out of 5, based on over 808 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 83% of employees would recommend working at Marquette University to a friend and 51% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Marquette University have been left by employees working as Research Assistant , Graduate Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant .

Does Marquette University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Marquette University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Marquette University. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Marquette University?

83% of Marquette University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Marquette University 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Marquette University?

Research Assistant (30) , Graduate Research Assistant (24) , Teaching Assistant (22) , Graduate Assistant (19) , Front Desk Receptionist (15) , Assistant Professor (13) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (11) , Desk Receptionist (9) , Intern (9) , Student Manager (9) , Director (8) , Student Worker (8) , Graduate Student (7) , Professor (7) , Resident Assistant (6)

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

"time employees at the Union Sports Annex were great people as well and they have remained life" ((in 42 reviews)); "flexible hours and could do homework on the job" ((in 35 reviews)); "Benefits are great if you are fulltime employee." ((in 34 reviews)); "The staff is friendly and professional." ((in 20 reviews)); "Great coworkers and good to get to know residents" ((in 19 reviews))

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

"Low pay and not as diverse" ((in 75 reviews)); "Despite having acurated list of approved hardware management allows faculty to order whatever hardware and software desired and you will be expected to support it." ((in 14 reviews)); "Salary is low for staff and HR slow to respond to promotions within." ((in 13 reviews)); "Low hours and compensation here" ((in 10 reviews)); "heavy leadership, who make decisions without a clue." ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about Marquette University layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Marquette University locations?

Milwaukee , Chicago , New York , Bellwood , Naperville , Kenosha , Waukesha , West Bend , Racine , Washington , Dallas , Portland , Baltimore , Orlando , West Allis , Milwaukee

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4.1

83% would recommend to a friend

(729 total reviews)

Kimo Ah Yun

60% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

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3.9

Culture & values

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Work/Life balance

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Senior management

3.3

Compensation and benefits

Marquette University has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 729 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Marquette 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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729 reviews

5.0

Jul 15, 2026

Supportive culture with flexible scheduling

Graduate assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Schedule Flexibility. Supervisors, directors and staff care about you as an individual not just another worker. Great tuition reduction.

Cons

Below average stipend amount. Sometimes task will go above 20 hrs per week but this depends on supervisors and programs.

4.0

Jul 3, 2026

Good workplace but quality of life issues exist

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good place to work, lake michigan

Cons

poor quality of life due to homelessness

4.0

Jun 14, 2026

No tips, fun coworkers

Barista

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible with hours, one good manager, depends on the location you work at.

Cons

Very strict on rules and meetings, no tips

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