Naval Postgraduate SchoolAKA NPS
Naval Postgraduate School Salaries 2026 | AcademicJobs
Based on 14 job posts analysed by AcademicJobs.com, the higher education salary benchmark.
Professors at NPS earn around $166,634.
| Group | Current salaries | What this is |
|---|---|---|
| Academic | $80,000–$177,553 | 25 posts |
Academic roles
| Role | Current salaries | What this is |
|---|---|---|
| Lecturer/Instructor | $161,085 | 5 posts |
| Senior Lecturer | $161,085 | 4 posts |
| Assistant Professor | $167,165 | 3 posts |
| Associate Professor | $167,165 | 3 posts |
| Tenure-track | $167,165 | 3 posts |
| Clinical Professor/Prof of Practice | $177,553 | 2 posts |
| Professor | $166,634 | 2 posts |
| Adjunct Faculty | $111,927 | 1 posts |
| Faculty Researcher | $111,927 | 1 posts |
| Research Fellow | $80,000 | 1 posts |
Naval Postgraduate School advertises academic, executive, HR and professional roles in United States.
Professors at NPS earn around $166,634.
Lecturers and instructors are paid around $161,085.
The most-posted role is Lecturer/Instructor, across 14 job posts.
The highest paid group in these posts is Academic.
0 jobs are open now in Monterey.
The medians are in US dollars, updated October 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
💵 What is the average salary at Naval Postgraduate School?
The median posted salary at Naval Postgraduate School is $161,085.
🎓 How much does a professor earn at Naval Postgraduate School?
Professors at Naval Postgraduate School earn around $166,634.
📚 How much do lecturers earn at Naval Postgraduate School?
Lecturers and instructors at Naval Postgraduate School earn around $161,085.
Lecturer median$161,08597% above the United States median
Highest-paid roleLecturer/Instructor, $161,085
Naval Postgraduate School
The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) offers advanced education and research opportunities, focusing on defense and security, with a collaborative and innovative work environment.
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