Human Resources Management and Services at Rasmussen University-Wisconsin

Rasmussen University-Wisconsin's HR program commands premium pricing—graduates carry $38,233 in debt, which is $10,000 more than Wisconsin's median and nearly 50% above the national benchmark. That higher debt load buys strong first-year outcomes: graduates earn $56,465, outperforming both Wisconsin peers and the national median by a healthy margin. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68, the initial numbers suggest a manageable burden despite the elevated borrowing.

The concern emerges in year four. While top Wisconsin programs like Concordia show earnings growth, Rasmussen graduates see essentially flat earnings ($56,152 versus $56,465). This stagnation means you're paying off that premium-priced degree without the salary progression that typically justifies higher initial debt. Among Wisconsin's twelve HR programs, this ranks solidly in the 60th percentile—respectable, but not exceptional when you're borrowing $10,000 more than the state median.

For families evaluating this investment: the first-year earnings justify the cost, but the lack of salary growth over four years raises questions about long-term career trajectory. If your student has offers from UW-Oshkosh or Concordia with comparable debt, those programs deliver similar or better starting salaries with more typical earnings progression. Rasmussen works if the flexibility or location solves a specific need, but purely on ROI, the premium pricing isn't buying premium outcomes beyond year one.