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Excelsior University

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The plane is on fire while they build it - HR- Representative Excelsior University Employee Review

1.0
Apr 23, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

The employees who have been at the institution for many years are the backbone of the college. Second to none in the area on online Higher Learning.

Cons

Where to begin? 1) The new Provost is antagonistic towards the employees. Ethics complaints were lodged against him and those who brought them forward were summarily dismissed from the college. Anyone who opposes his in any way or dares to question him are targeted for dismissal. 2) Since January of 2022, there have been over 100 people who have left/let go from the top levels of management through the lowest levels. The toxicity is sapping the energy of the employees and there is no level of caring from upper management. Morale is at its lowest level ever. 3) Top management all live in the Midwest or West Coast with no legitimate ties to the Capital Region. Their communication is full of half-truths that everyone sees through. How they handled the recent reshuffle should be a Masters class on how NOT to conduct business. 4) They will never be a top employer in the Capital Region as long as the current leadership is in place.

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5.0
May 18, 2025
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Pros

Great friendly atmosphere Amazing office space Great benefits

Cons

Changing strategy leading to letting employees go regularly

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Excelsior University Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your experience and for your kind words about our team culture, office environment, and benefits. We recognize that strategic changes can be challenging and appreciate your understanding and contributions during your time at Excelsior. Wishing you continued success in your future endeavors.
1.0
May 7, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

There is a good work / life balance. Did not feel overly stressed and micromanaged because of my colleagues.

Cons

Where to start. From the moment of getting hired, it was very obvious to me this was a corporation pretending to be a caring higher ed university. Every decision they made is entirely for profit and to cut as many corners as possible. HR was fully onboard with allowing a toxic work environment to continue all because everyone at this company is a yes man going all the way up to the top, They are totally willing to sacrifice student learning and experience all for the next dollar. Genuinely one of the most poorly run companies I have ever seen full of toxicity from the ground up. Do not fall for it - this "university" does not care about you in the slightest!!

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