Human Resources Management and Services at Fontbonne University

Based on comparable HR programs in Missouri, Fontbonne's bachelor's degree tracks closely with what similar schools produce—estimated first-year earnings around $50,800 and debt near $31,000. That debt figure sits notably above the national median of $26,625 for HR programs, though the 0.61 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests graduates could manage payments with reasonable budgeting. The challenge is that these estimates come from just four Missouri programs at similar institutions, making it harder to gauge whether Fontbonne specifically delivers value that justifies the higher debt load.

What works in HR's favor is salary stability—this field doesn't promise six figures, but peer programs across Missouri show remarkably consistent outcomes in the $49,000-$52,000 range. Your child wouldn't be gambling on boom-or-bust earnings. The 95% admission rate and high Pell enrollment (48%) indicate Fontbonne serves students who need accessible pathways, though this also means you're paying private-school prices without clear evidence of premium outcomes.

The practical reality: if your child can secure strong financial aid to bring debt below $25,000, this becomes a safer bet. At the estimated $31,000 level, they're facing roughly $350 in monthly loan payments on a salary that could support it—but with little margin for error. Before committing, compare Fontbonne's actual financial aid package against the reported outcomes from Saint Louis University or Park University, both of which show slightly stronger earnings with more certainty in their data.