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

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$48,552

Est. from TX median (14 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$30,016

Est. from national median (72 programs)

Analysis

A debt load approaching $30,000 for first-year earnings around $48,500—figures drawn from peer HR programs across Texas and nationally—puts LeTourneau's bachelor's in Human Resources in workable territory, though not exceptional. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.62 suggests graduates would dedicate roughly 62% of their first-year salary to debt if they paid it off immediately, which translates to manageable monthly payments under standard repayment plans. However, comparable programs at UT San Antonio and UT Dallas appear to launch graduates into stronger earning positions ($57,000-$51,700), raising questions about whether LeTourneau's selective, faith-based environment justifies what may be a steeper price tag for similar outcomes.

The estimated earnings align with the Texas median for HR programs but fall well below the state's top performers—Baylor graduates, for instance, earn an estimated $62,500 in their first year. That's a $14,000 gap that compounds significantly over a career. The estimated debt, meanwhile, sits above both the Texas median ($22,300) and the national benchmark ($26,600), suggesting families might be paying a premium without a corresponding earnings advantage.

For parents considering this program, the key question is whether LeTourneau's smaller class sizes and Christian mission offset what appears to be middle-of-the-pack financial returns. The numbers based on similar programs suggest this degree won't burden your child with unmanageable debt, but it likely won't position them ahead of peers from Texas public universities either.

Where LeTourneau University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (23 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
LeTourneau UniversityLongview	$35,500	$48,552*	—	$30,016*	—
Baylor UniversityWaco	$54,844	$62,562*	$67,847	$20,475*	0.33
University of the Incarnate WordSan Antonio	$35,660	$58,499*	$61,967	$36,007*	0.62
University of Phoenix-TexasDallas	—	$57,983*	$51,907	$50,470*	0.87
The University of Texas at San AntonioSan Antonio	$8,991	$56,961*	$53,030	$22,722*	0.40
The University of Texas at DallasRichardson	$14,564	$51,732*	—	$19,500*	0.38
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 LeTourneau University, approximately 13% 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 14 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.