Human Resources Management and Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Indiana University-Indianapolis

Est. Earnings (1yr)Estimated

$49,225

Est. from IN median (6 programs)

Est. Median DebtEstimated

$25,743

Est. from IN median (4 programs)

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

Analysis

Indiana's HR programs typically see graduates earning around $49,000 in their first year, which puts IU Indianapolis squarely in the middle of the state's range. The estimated $25,743 in debt—based on similar bachelor's programs at the institution—translates to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.52. For context, Indiana Wesleyan's HR graduates start at nearly $57,000, while Ball State and Purdue Northwest cluster in the $47,000-$48,000 range, suggesting significant variation depending on the institution.

The practical calculation here: monthly loan payments would likely run $250-300 on a standard repayment plan, consuming about 6-7% of gross monthly income. That's within the range financial advisors consider sustainable. The challenge is that HR salaries, even at peer programs with reported data, don't show dramatic growth trajectories—this is a field where stability matters more than explosive earning potential.

Given IU Indianapolis's broad admissions (81% acceptance rate) and substantial Pell population, this program appears designed for accessible career preparation rather than prestige hiring. If your child is disciplined about networking and professional development during college, the debt load won't become crushing. Just understand you're looking at estimates here—the actual outcomes for this specific program remain unknown because too few graduates reported data.

Where Indiana University-Indianapolis Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (17 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Indiana University-IndianapolisIndianapolis	$10,449	$49,225*	—	$25,743*	—
Indiana Wesleyan University-MarionMarion	$31,168	$56,752*	$51,543	$51,703*	0.91
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & GlobalMarion	$8,216	$56,752*	—	—*	—
Purdue University GlobalWest Lafayette	$10,110	$50,810*	—	$44,834*	0.88
Purdue University NorthwestHammond	$8,419	$47,640*	—	$26,486*	0.56
Ball State UniversityMuncie	$10,758	$47,451*	$59,740	$20,500*	0.43
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 Indiana University-Indianapolis, approximately 36% 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 6 similar programs in IN. Actual outcomes may vary.