Human Resources Management and Services (Bachelor's Degree) at National American University-Rapid City

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$50,361

Est. from national median (169 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$38,233

Est. from national median (16 programs)

Analysis

Four years out, graduates of this program earn $51,824—a figure that's actually reported rather than estimated. That's solidly in line with what HR bachelor's programs produce nationally, suggesting this credential leads to typical HR coordinator or generalist roles. The challenge lies in the estimated $38,233 debt load, which appears considerably higher than the national median of $26,625 for HR programs. With over half of students receiving Pell grants, this debt burden likely reflects the financial realities of National American's student body rather than unusually aggressive borrowing.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.76 means graduates are looking at roughly nine months of gross income to cover their educational investment—manageable by most standards, though not ideal. What matters more is whether the four-year earnings figure of $51,824 represents a ceiling or a starting point. HR is a field where professional certifications and experience typically drive salary growth more than the initial degree, so if this represents early-career stagnation rather than growth from the first-year baseline, the financial picture weakens considerably.

For families considering this program, the key question is whether $38,000 in debt makes sense when similar HR programs nationally require $12,000 less borrowing for comparable outcomes. The earnings are reasonable, but the debt premium demands scrutiny—particularly whether National American's specific format or support justifies the additional cost.

Where National American University-Rapid City Stands

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

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
National American University-Rapid City	—	$51,824	—
Cornell University	$73,436	$94,446	+29%
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	$82,714	$92,289	+12%
Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia	$58,528	$83,008	+42%
George Washington University	$57,219	$81,557	+43%

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
National American University-Rapid CityRapid City	$16,065	$50,361*	$51,824	$38,233*	—
Benedictine UniversityLisle	$34,290	$83,475*	$70,999	$31,872*	0.38
University of Michigan-Ann ArborAnn Arbor	$17,228	$82,714*	$92,289	$14,225*	0.17
Northwestern UniversityEvanston	$65,997	$82,255*	—	$38,832*	0.47
Walsh UniversityNorth Canton	$34,595	$80,566*	—	$29,812*	0.37
Waldorf UniversityForest City	$25,220	$77,897*	$68,524	$32,111*	0.41
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 National American University-Rapid City, approximately 57% 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 national median of 169 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.