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

Est. Earnings (1yr)Estimated

$53,317

Est. from NY median (5 programs)

Est. Median DebtEstimated

$25,000

Est. from NY median (3 programs)

Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.

Analysis

Hofstra's estimated first-year earnings of $53,317 place this HR program squarely at the state median—but similar programs in New York span a remarkably wide range, from Cornell's $73,000 to SUNY Alfred's $34,000. That 120% gap suggests that outcomes in this field depend heavily on where you go and what opportunities the school unlocks, making Hofstra's middle position neither a standout nor a red flag.

The estimated $25,000 debt burden, also derived from comparable New York programs, translates to a manageable 0.47 debt-to-earnings ratio. This means graduates would typically owe about half their first-year salary—well within reasonable territory for debt repayment. Nationally, HR bachelor's programs carry similar debt loads ($26,625 median), so these estimates align with broader patterns in the field.

The practical question is whether Hofstra's substantial tuition premium over SUNY options delivers enough of an earnings advantage to justify the difference. Based on peer programs, it appears to outperform state schools modestly while falling well short of Cornell's outcomes at a fraction of Cornell's selectivity. For families comfortable with moderate debt and realistic about HR's salary trajectory, this looks like a reasonable path—but recognize you're making this decision with estimated figures rather than this program's actual track record.

Where Hofstra University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in New York

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (25 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Hofstra UniversityHempstead	$55,450	$53,317*	—	$25,000*	—
Cornell UniversityIthaca	$66,014	$73,436*	$94,446	$15,000*	0.20
Roberts Wesleyan UniversityRochester	$37,504	$66,063*	—	$25,000*	0.38
Le Moyne CollegeSyracuse	$38,970	$53,317*	—	$26,000*	0.49
State University of New York at OswegoOswego	$8,769	$42,900*	$47,937	$20,777*	0.48
SUNY College of Technology at AlfredAlfred	$8,862	$33,658*	$34,145	$29,122*	0.87
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 Hofstra University, approximately 24% 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 5 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.