Human Resources Management and Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Concordia University-Wisconsin

Median Earnings (1yr)

$58,982

90th percentile

60th percentile in Wisconsin

Median Debt

$37,050

39% above national median

Analysis

Concordia University-Wisconsin's HR program commands a premium price—$37,050 in median debt versus Wisconsin's $28,368 median—but delivers the highest starting salaries in the state at $58,982. That puts graduates nearly $5,000 ahead of the next-best program (Rasmussen at $56,465) and ranks in the 90th percentile nationally, well above the national median of $50,361.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.63 means graduates can expect to earn back their full debt burden in less than eight months—a strong position for entry into the workforce. However, earnings growth from year one to year four is modest at just 2%, suggesting most of the financial benefit comes from that strong initial placement rather than accelerated advancement. The higher debt load appears justified by the consistently top-tier earnings, but families should recognize they're paying for market entry advantage, not necessarily faster career progression.

For students confident about pursuing HR careers, this program offers Wisconsin's best starting position. The extra $8,682 in debt compared to the state median is offset by approximately $14,000 more in first-year earnings versus the typical Wisconsin HR graduate. That's a trade many families will find worthwhile, particularly given the manageable overall debt level.

Where Concordia University-Wisconsin Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Concordia University-Wisconsin graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Concordia University-Wisconsin	$58,982	$60,257	+2%
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	$55,263	$62,039	+12%
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	$52,071	$59,087	+13%
Marquette University	$54,242	$58,898	+9%
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	$48,505	$56,583	+17%

Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (12 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Concordia University-WisconsinMequon	$34,250	$58,982	$60,257	$37,050	0.63
Rasmussen University-WisconsinGreen Bay	$11,982	$56,465	$56,152	$38,233	0.68
University of Wisconsin-OshkoshOshkosh	$8,212	$55,263	$62,039	$20,000	0.36
Marquette UniversityMilwaukee	$48,700	$54,242	$58,898	—	—
University of Wisconsin-WhitewaterWhitewater	$8,250	$52,071	$59,087	$25,677	0.49
Ottawa University-MilwaukeeBrookfield	—	$49,063	—	$30,736	0.63
National Median	—	$50,361	—	$26,625	0.53

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 Concordia University-Wisconsin, approximately 22% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 50 graduates with reported earnings and 61 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.