Is DeVry University a good company to work for?

DeVry University has an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on over 1,509 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 1% over the last 12 months. 82% of employees would recommend working at DeVry University to a friend and 85% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about DeVry University have been left by employees working as Student Support Advisor I , Tutor and Visiting Professor .

Does DeVry University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, DeVry University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at DeVry University. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at DeVry University?

82% of DeVry University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated DeVry University 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at DeVry University?

Admissions Advisor (114) , Student Support Advisor (60) , Admissions Representative (43) , Visiting Professor (41) , Professor (33) , Student Worker (22) , Senior Admissions Advisor (18) , Student Finance Consultant (18) , Associate Professor (17) , Admissions Advisor I (15) , Adjunct Professor (14) , Tutor (13) , Career Advisor (11) , Student Support Advisor I (11) , Advisor (10)

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

"Good benefits and chance to get education for free" ((in 142 reviews)); "good pay and flexibility in scheduling" ((in 76 reviews)); "Great people at the locations that I worked at and worked with." ((in 74 reviews)); "Flexible and great colleagues." ((in 61 reviews)); "great work life balance for me" ((in 36 reviews))

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

"management and poor communication of constant changing procedures." ((in 80 reviews)); "Frequent organizational changes and layoffs." ((in 39 reviews)); "We went from 4 directors of admissions to 1, 3 admissions reps were let go, 1 dean has resigned, 3 success coaches resigned all in 1 week, 1 student finance consultant resigned, and the student central manager has resigned also." ((in 27 reviews)); "Upper management too much micro management.. Lost sight of the focus which is the students ..It is all about making money..& not about the students... extremely brutal to their advisors...if you do not meet your goals.. Marketing is absolutely the worst.." ((in 20 reviews)); "dishonesty, favoritism, no accountability, catty chatting, lack of training, lack of leadership ability" ((in 16 reviews))

What are employees saying about DeVry University layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed DeVry University locations?

Naperville , Chicago , Downers Grove , Columbus , Orlando , Addison , Phoenix , Houston , New York , Philadelphia , Lisle , Atlanta , Pomona , Tinley Park , Arlington , Long Beach , Los Angeles , San Diego , Fremont , Kansas City , Dallas , Irving , Miramar , San Antonio , Indianapolis , Decatur , Wood Dale , Fresno , Denver , Oak Brook

DeVry University reviews

4.3

82% would recommend to a friend

(1,424 total reviews)

Elise Awwad

86% approve of CEO

85% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,424 reviews)

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DeVry University has an employee rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 1,424 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The DeVry University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

2.0

Dec 10, 2025

wouldnt do again

Enrollment advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good pay, remote, good co workers.

Cons

Micro managing bosses, pointless meetings, hard to reach quotas

DeVry University Response

6mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at DeVry University. We appreciate your insights, especially regarding remote work, compensation, and the positive relationships with colleagues. We also value your candid feedback on leadership practices, meetings, and performance expectations. Constructive feedback like yours helps us identify opportunities to improve the employee experience. We would welcome the opportunity to better understand your perspective and learn more about your experience. If you’re open to sharing additional details, please consider reaching out to HRQuestions. Thank you again for your feedback and for the contributions you made during your time with DeVry University.

5.0

Dec 9, 2025

Great Place to Work!! Very Supportive

Strategic account manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

High energy and very supportive

Cons

None that I can think of

DeVry University Response

6mo

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you find DeVry University to be a supportive and high-energy place to work. Your feedback means a lot, and we’re glad you feel welcomed and empowered as part of our team. We look forward to your continued growth and contributions at DeVry!

5.0

Nov 19, 2025

Great place to work! Lots of support and training!

Advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

My onboarding experience has been extremely positive. I’ve been here for 6 months and From day one, I felt supported by both leadership and the talent acquisition team, who made the hiring and training process clear, communicative, and encouraging. The organization genuinely values professional development, and it shows in the way new hires are guided, invested in, and set up for success. I appreciate the culture of transparency, collaboration, and continuous growth, and I’m grateful to be part of a company that truly cares about its people.

Cons

Some processes can move quickly.

DeVry University Response

7mo

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that your onboarding process was supportive and that the clarity, communication, and encouragement from leadership and the talent acquisition team helped set you up for success. It’s wonderful to know that our focus on professional development, transparency, and collaboration has made a strong impact during your first months here. We also appreciate your note about fast-moving processes and understand how that can feel in a dynamic environment. Your advice to continue investing in professional development and coaching is well-received and will be shared with the appropriate leaders. Thank you for being part of the DeVry community and for the contributions you bring to our mission.

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