Analysis
Le Moyne's HR program lands graduates at the exact median for New York state, earning $53,317βabout $3,000 above the national benchmark. At 60th percentile statewide, it sits comfortably in the middle tier, well behind Cornell's elite outcomes but substantially ahead of SUNY schools like Oswego and Alfred. The $26,000 debt load is typical for this field and creates a manageable 0.49 ratio to first-year earnings, meaning graduates earn roughly double what they owe.
The real question is whether this represents good value compared to SUNY alternatives that cost considerably less upfront. The nearly $10,000 earnings advantage over Oswego might justify the private school investment for some families, but the gap narrows when you factor in likely tuition differences. That said, Le Moyne's accessibility (75% admission rate) combined with middle-of-the-pack outcomes suggests it delivers what it promisesβno dramatic upside, but also no red flags.
One important caveat: the sample size here is small, so these numbers could shift significantly year to year. For a family committed to staying in New York and pursuing HR specifically, this looks like a solid if unspectacular choice, particularly if your child can keep borrowing close to this $26,000 figure rather than exceeding it.
Where Le Moyne College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all human resources management and services bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Le Moyne College graduates compare to all 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $38,970 | $53,317 | β | $26,000 | 0.49 | |
| $66,014 | $73,436 | $94,446 | $15,000 | 0.20 | |
| $37,504 | $66,063 | β | $25,000 | 0.38 | |
| $8,769 | $42,900 | $47,937 | $20,777 | 0.48 | |
| $8,862 | $33,658 | $34,145 | $29,122 | 0.87 | |
| National Median | β | $50,361 | β | $26,625 | 0.53 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with human resources management and services graduates
Compensation and Benefits Managers
Human Resources Managers
Training and Development Managers
Labor Relations Specialists
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Law Teachers, Postsecondary
Compliance Officers
Environmental Compliance Inspectors
Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers
Government Property Inspectors and Investigators
Coroners
Regulatory Affairs Specialists
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 Le Moyne College, approximately 30% 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 25 graduates with reported earnings and 29 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.