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?

"Benefits are good (so far)" ((in 143 reviews)); "Great people at the locations that I worked at and worked with." ((in 82 reviews)); "good pay and flexibility in scheduling" ((in 69 reviews)); "Flexible and great colleagues." ((in 61 reviews)); "great work life balance for me" ((in 38 reviews))

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

"management and poor communication of constant changing procedures." ((in 82 reviews)); "Frequent layoffs and "restructuring."" ((in 35 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 25 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 21 reviews)); "You see the people on your team more than your family because you work such strange and long hours." ((in 14 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

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4.3

82% would recommend to a friend

(1,424 total reviews)

Elise Awwad

86% approve of CEO

85% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Diversity & inclusion

4.3

Work/Life balance

4.2

Culture & values

4.1

Senior management

4.1

Compensation and benefits

4.0

Career opportunities

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).

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1.0

Oct 5, 2011

One of the worst places to work. Run!

Admissions representative

Recommend

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Pros

The pay is decent. Technology for managing students is OK.

Cons

The worst leadership in Higher Education. Students are constantly misled by the (90 percent) employed within 6 months. The admissions advisors, including the DOA, are clueless on the programs and product knowledge. Managers are hired from outside the company leaving those who start from the botton with little mobility for advancement.

2.0

Jun 12, 2011

Not satisfied.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Decent pay and paid time off.

Cons

Not much room for growth or advancement. Lack of communications between upper management and staff. Held responsible for things we cannot control. Micromanaging.

1.0

Jun 2, 2025

Could be an HBR case study on what NOT to do.

Director, website strategy

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

I'm at a loss. There are a few really nice people in the organization and that'about the only thing.

Cons

Leadership that doesn't have any idea what it's doing. Product is low quality. Organization is focused on hierarchy, posturing and bureaucracy. Lot's of individuals who believe they are knowledgeable about how to drive organizational value - but whose real experience is activity over accomplishment. Significant decision makers working as if this was 2001. Key initiative after key initiative fail - and then the executive team points fingers at staff. In 35 years of working this is the most toxic organization where I have worked - the largest set of executives who thought they were better than they were. Having worked for many organizations across different scale - I would put this entire executive team as the least competent.

DeVry University Response

We're disappointed to hear this was your takeaway from your time at DeVry University. While we understand that no workplace is perfect, we believe in thoughtful accountability, collaboration, and growth—and are committed to these principles even when challenges arise. DeVry is continually evolving our academic offerings, digital platforms, and internal practices to meet the needs of today’s learners and colleagues. We’re proud of our mission and the work we’re doing to improve both learner outcomes and internal culture. If you would like to discuss your experience further, we invite you to reach out to talent_acquisition@devry.edu.

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