Human Resources Management and Services at Buena Vista University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa
Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista University | $49,512* | $46,871 | $27,312 | — |
| Waldorf University | $77,897* | $68,524 | $32,111 | 0.41 |
| University of Iowa | $52,945* | $67,540 | $23,149 | 0.44 |
| Grand View University | $49,917* | $63,128 | $27,375 | 0.55 |
| Upper Iowa University | $49,106* | $48,961 | $41,006 | 0.84 |
| Mount Mercy University | $48,722* | $52,422 | $29,225 | 0.60 |
| National Median | $50,361* | — | $26,625 | 0.53 |
Other Human Resources Management and Services Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldorf University Forest City | $25,220 | $77,897 | $32,111 |
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $10,964 | $52,945 | $23,149 |
| Grand View University Des Moines | $33,450 | $49,917 | $27,375 |
| Upper Iowa University Fayette | $19,000 | $49,106 | $41,006 |
| Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids | $39,070 | $48,722 | $29,225 |
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 Buena Vista University, approximately 43% 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 IA. Actual outcomes may vary.