Human Resources Management and Services at Oakland University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Oakland University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Oakland University graduates earn $79k, placing them in the 81th percentile of all human resources management and services masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Human Resources Management and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland University | $79,034 | $78,709 | — | — |
| Michigan State University | $99,526 | $112,403 | — | — |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor | $71,747 | — | — | — |
| Western Michigan University | $69,374 | — | — | — |
| Central Michigan University | $67,642 | $63,997 | — | — |
| Baker College | $62,611 | $67,356 | — | — |
| National Median | $60,999 | — | — | — |
Other Human Resources Management and Services Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $99,526 | — |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $34,200 | $71,747 | — |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $15,298 | $69,374 | — |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $67,642 | — |
| Baker College Owosso | $12,810 | $62,611 | — |
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 Oakland University, 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.