Human Resources Management and Services (Bachelor's Degree) at Stevens Institute of Technology

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$49,441

Est. from NJ median (6 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$30,016

Est. from national median (72 programs)

Analysis

A debt load of $30,000 at a highly selective technical institute known for engineering—not HR programs—raises immediate questions about fit and value. While Stevens boasts a 1447 average SAT and strong outcomes in STEM fields, comparable HR programs in New Jersey suggest first-year earnings around $49,441, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.61 that's manageable but not impressive for a school with this profile.

The bigger concern is competitive positioning. Rutgers' multiple campuses and Seton Hall both show similar or better earnings outcomes for HR graduates at substantially lower typical debt loads (New Jersey's median debt for this credential is $25,688). Stevens' estimated $30,000 burden exceeds both state and national mediums, and you're not seeing the earnings premium that typically justifies attending a more expensive private institution. The school's 20% Pell Grant population suggests limited financial aid for middle-income families who might absorb most of this debt.

For a student genuinely passionate about HR, this route demands scrutiny. Stevens' technical reputation won't necessarily translate to HR recruiting advantages, and the debt differential compared to Rutgers or even Thomas Edison State could fund graduate education or professional certifications instead. Unless Stevens offers specific industry connections or placement outcomes in HR that justify the premium—data the school hasn't reported—families should seriously weigh whether they're paying for a brand that doesn't align with this particular career path.

Where Stevens Institute of Technology Stands

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

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
Stevens Institute of TechnologyHoboken	$60,952	$49,441*	—	$30,016*	—
Thomas Edison State UniversityTrenton	$6,638	$53,382*	$62,630	$25,625*	0.48
Seton Hall UniversitySouth Orange	$51,370	$52,285*	$66,852	$23,032*	0.44
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
National Median	—	$50,361*	—	$26,625*	0.53

* Estimated from similar programs

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 Stevens Institute of Technology, approximately 20% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in NJ. Actual outcomes may vary.