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

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$50,612

Est. from MI median (13 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$35,821

Est. from MI median (3 programs)

Analysis

Based on similar HR programs across Michigan, first-year earnings around $51,000 suggest competitive entry into the field, but the estimated $36,000 in debt—notably higher than both the state and national medians—creates a challenging starting position. While the 0.71 debt-to-earnings ratio falls within manageable territory, it means roughly nine months of gross income devoted to debt, compared to just five months for the typical Michigan HR graduate carrying $27,000.

The earnings estimate aligns closely with state and national benchmarks for HR bachelor's programs, which typically cluster in the $50,000-$51,000 range for new graduates. However, peer programs in Michigan show a wide spread—from around $52,000 at regional schools to over $80,000 at Michigan's flagship. What matters more for Cleary students is whether the actual outcomes track with these statewide averages, something the suppressed data prevents you from verifying.

The practical concern is the debt load. If your student can reduce borrowing—through scholarships, community college transfer credits, or working part-time—this program becomes far more viable. At $36,000, you're betting on outcomes that match peer schools without confirmation. Push the financial aid office for institutional data on actual graduate outcomes, and consider whether comparable programs at nearby public universities might deliver similar results with less debt.

Where Cleary University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (19 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Cleary UniversityHowell	$24,842	$50,612*	—	$35,821*	—
University of Michigan-Ann ArborAnn Arbor	$17,228	$82,714*	$92,289	$14,225*	0.17
Concordia University Ann ArborAnn Arbor	$34,200	$58,982*	$60,257	$37,050*	0.63
Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing	$15,988	$56,501*	$80,270	$23,475*	0.42
University of Michigan-DearbornDearborn	$14,944	$55,944*	—	$22,831*	0.41
Davenport UniversityGrand Rapids	$23,324	$51,681*	$57,458	$31,112*	0.60
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 Cleary University, approximately 27% 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 13 similar programs in MI. Actual outcomes may vary.