Does MacEwan University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, MacEwan University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at MacEwan University. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at MacEwan University?

63% of MacEwan University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated MacEwan University 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at MacEwan University?

Research Assistant (13) , Administrative Assistant (6) , Instructor (6) , Seasonal Instructor (4) , Working At MacEwan (4) , Administrative (3) , Director (3) , Residence Assistant (3) , Resident Assistant (3) , Student Grader (3) , Casual (2) , Coordinator (2) , Exam Administrator (2) , Front Desk Associate (2) , Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (2)

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

"good benefits and busy with no work overtime" ((in 29 reviews)); "great people and place to work" ((in 18 reviews)); "Friendly staff; easier access with the train" ((in 5 reviews)); "Colleagues are friendly and helpful" ((in 4 reviews)); "close to school and flexible hours" ((in 4 reviews))

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

"low pay, not intended to replace my full" ((in 10 reviews)); "Management is terrible once you're there a while." ((in 6 reviews)); "Autocratic leadership, favouritism, bullying, overworked" ((in 4 reviews)); "lack of trust of upper management" ((in 3 reviews)); "NO job security." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about MacEwan University redundancies in 2026?

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

MacEwan University Reviews

3.8

63% would recommend to a friend

(157 total reviews)

David W. Atkinson

70% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

MacEwan University has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 157 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The MacEwan 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

157 reviews

1.0

24 Jun 2026

Great benefits overshadowed by poor leadership and turnover

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Great benefits. Office is closed over Christmas through new years.

Cons

High turn over. Lack of transparency and accountability by leadership. Horrible place to work. If I could give it less stars I would. Staff are not appreciated.

1.0

15 Jun 2026

Standard retail tasks overshadowed by toxic environment

Retail sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Work wasn't too difficult, standard retail responsibilities

Cons

Toxic work environment, mangers and co-workers are rude

5.0

1 Jun 2026

Great environment with flexibility and growth opportunities

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Great environment, a lot of flexibility, opportunities to grow.

Cons

I haven't really found any cons. It was great working experience

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