Human Resources Management and Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Anderson University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$49,225

Est. from IN median (6 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$30,016

Est. from national median (72 programs)

Analysis

Indiana's Human Resources bachelor's programs suggest first-year earnings around $49,000—right at the state median—but Anderson's estimated $30,000 in debt runs $3,500 higher than what's typical for HR programs in Indiana. That 0.61 debt-to-earnings ratio means borrowing roughly seven months of salary, which is manageable compared to many fields but still requires careful planning given HR's relatively modest starting pay.

The challenge here is that peer programs show considerable variation in outcomes. Indiana Wesleyan's HR graduates reportedly earn nearly $57,000 their first year, while Ball State hovers around $47,000. Without Anderson's specific track record, you're betting on where this program actually lands within that range. HR roles typically require relationship-building and campus recruiting connections—factors worth investigating directly with Anderson's career services office.

For a private university charging premium tuition, this estimated debt level makes sense only if your student genuinely wants HR as a career path. The field offers steady employment but rarely commands premium starting salaries, so that $30,000 in loans will be felt in those early budgeting years. If they're equally interested in business generally, compare Anderson's outcomes in other majors before committing to this specific program.

Where Anderson University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all human resources management and services bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (17 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Anderson UniversityAnderson	$35,640	$49,225*	—	$30,016*	—
Indiana Wesleyan University-MarionMarion	$31,168	$56,752*	$51,543	$51,703*	0.91
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & GlobalMarion	$8,216	$56,752*	—	—*	—
Purdue University GlobalWest Lafayette	$10,110	$50,810*	—	$44,834*	0.88
Purdue University NorthwestHammond	$8,419	$47,640*	—	$26,486*	0.56
Ball State UniversityMuncie	$10,758	$47,451*	$59,740	$20,500*	0.43
National Median	—	$50,361*	—	$26,625*	0.53

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with human resources management and services graduates

Compensation and Benefits Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.

$140,360/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Human Resources Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.

$140,030/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Training and Development Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.

$127,090/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Labor Relations Specialists

Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.

$93,500/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Law Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in law. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Coroners

Direct activities such as autopsies, pathological and toxicological analyses, and inquests relating to the investigation of deaths occurring within a legal jurisdiction to determine cause of death or to fix responsibility for accidental, violent, or unexplained deaths.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Regulatory Affairs Specialists

Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations. May compile and prepare materials for submission to regulatory agencies.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Anderson University, approximately 36% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in IN. Actual outcomes may vary.