Human Resources Management and Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Seton Hall University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$52,285

59th percentile

60th percentile in New Jersey

Median Debt

$23,032

13% below national median

Analysis

Seton Hall's HR program stands out for its earnings trajectory, with graduates seeing their income jump 28% by year four—reaching $66,852, which is substantially above what most HR programs deliver nationally. That $52,285 starting salary already beats both the New Jersey median ($49,441) and national average ($50,361), placing graduates in the 60th percentile among the state's nine HR programs.

The debt picture deserves attention, though. At $23,032, graduates carry less than the national median for this field, but the 74th percentile debt ranking indicates about three-quarters of HR programs nationwide send students out with lower debt loads. The practical upside: the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.44 means your child could realistically pay off these loans in under a year of dedicated repayment, assuming disciplined budgeting.

What makes this program work is that combination of above-average starting pay and strong salary growth. While other New Jersey schools like Thomas Edison start slightly higher, Seton Hall graduates appear to gain ground quickly in their careers. For a student committed to HR and willing to take on moderate debt for the Seton Hall brand and network, this represents a solid investment—just ensure they're aware they'll be borrowing more than students at some peer programs.

Where Seton Hall University Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Seton Hall University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Seton Hall University	$52,285	$66,852	+28%
Rutgers University-Camden	$49,441	$67,413	+36%
Rutgers University-New Brunswick	$49,441	$67,413	+36%
Thomas Edison State University	$53,382	$62,630	+17%
Rider University	$40,941	$61,822	+51%

Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (9 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Seton Hall UniversitySouth Orange	$51,370	$52,285	$66,852	$23,032	0.44
Thomas Edison State UniversityTrenton	$6,638	$53,382	$62,630	$25,625	0.48
Rutgers University-CamdenCamden	$17,079	$49,441	$67,413	$25,750	0.52
Rutgers University-New BrunswickNew Brunswick	$17,239	$49,441	$67,413	$25,750	0.52
Rowan UniversityGlassboro	$15,700	$47,983	$59,430	$22,850	0.48
Rider UniversityLawrenceville	$38,900	$40,941	$61,822	$27,000	0.66
National Median	—	$50,361	—	$26,625	0.53

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 Seton Hall 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.

Sample Size: Based on 56 graduates with reported earnings and 49 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.