Human Resources Management and Services at Golden Gate University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Golden Gate University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Golden Gate University graduates earn $75k, placing them in the 76th percentile of all human resources management and services masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Human Resources Management and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in California (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate University | $75,191 | $116,514 | — | — |
| University of San Francisco | $127,715 | $129,059 | — | — |
| Pepperdine University | $113,702 | — | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $94,625 | — | — | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global | $75,678 | $81,108 | — | — |
| National University | $73,848 | $85,441 | — | — |
| National Median | $60,999 | — | — | — |
Other Human Resources Management and Services Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $127,715 | — |
| Pepperdine University Malibu | $66,742 | $113,702 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $94,625 | — |
| University of Massachusetts Global Aliso Viejo | $12,520 | $75,678 | — |
| National University San Diego | $13,320 | $73,848 | — |
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 Golden Gate University, 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.