Columbia University paid its full professors the highest average salary among private universities in the 2019-20 academic year.
Top Private Universities for Professor Salaries
In the 2019-20 academic year, Columbia University led the list for average full professor salaries among private institutions. The compensation reflects the competitive nature of attracting and retaining top academic talent at prestigious universities.
Below is a breakdown of the top average salaries for full professors at selected private universities during that period:
| University | Average Full Professor Salary (2019-20) |
|---|---|
| Columbia University | $268,400 |
| Harvard University | $253,900 |
| University of Chicago | $246,100 |
| Yale University | $242,200 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | $240,400 |
This data highlights the significant investment these institutions make in their faculty. These figures represent average salaries and can vary based on department, individual experience, and research output.
For more information on faculty compensation trends, you can explore detailed reports on academic salaries from sources like Inside Higher Ed.
