Human Resources Management and Services at Rasmussen University-Wisconsin

Rasmussen University-Wisconsin's Human Resources program outperforms 95% of similar associate's programs nationally, landing graduates at $45,969—well above the national median of $40,006. These earnings match the national 75th percentile and compete directly with Wisconsin's top technical colleges. The catch: at $26,536, student debt runs significantly higher than the state median of $16,000, reflecting the difference between a private institution and Wisconsin's well-regarded technical college system.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.58 means graduates typically carry debt equal to about seven months of salary—manageable territory, though not as favorable as what many Wisconsin technical colleges offer. Earnings grow modestly to $49,585 by year four, demonstrating career stability if not dramatic advancement. With 57% of students receiving Pell grants, this program serves a population that may have limited access to lower-cost alternatives.

For Wisconsin families, this comes down to convenience versus cost. If your child can attend a technical college like Northeast Wisconsin or Waukesha County, they'll likely achieve similar earnings with roughly $10,000 less debt. But if Rasmussen's flexibility or location makes college actually happen versus not happen at all, the program delivers strong earnings that justify the investment—just expect to pay a premium over Wisconsin's excellent public alternatives.