The chronicle of higher education

Leaders of 23 of 139 public research institutions and public-college systems surveyed this year by The Chronicle will make more than $500,000, an increase from the 17 identified in last year's slightly smaller survey. Even below the top tier, most other public universities this year increased the total compensation given to their chief executives. Fifty-three presidents will receive at least $400,000 in total compensation, up from 43 last year.