Human Resources Management and Services at Rasmussen University-Florida

Rasmussen's HR associate program hits the sweet spot for entry-level HR positions, with graduates earning $45,969 right out of the gate—well above the national median of $40,000 and placing this program at the 95th percentile nationally. That's strong performance for a two-year degree, especially when you consider that over half of students here receive Pell grants, meaning the program successfully delivers for working-class students who need career credentials fast.

The debt picture is reasonable at $26,536, translating to a manageable 0.58 debt-to-earnings ratio. Graduates could expect monthly loan payments around $300, which is workable on an HR coordinator's salary. The 8% earnings bump from year one to year four suggests graduates gain traction in their careers rather than plateauing immediately, though this isn't explosive growth. One limitation: since this is currently the only HR associate program tracked in Florida, the 60th state percentile ranking doesn't tell us much about competitive positioning.

For parents whose child wants to enter HR quickly without pursuing a bachelor's degree, this program delivers. The strong national ranking and first-year earnings demonstrate that employers value these credentials. Just understand you're paying for speed and practicality—this is designed to get someone into an entry-level HR role within two years, not to maximize long-term earning potential.