Human Resources Management and Services at Sullivan University

A $29,172 debt load for a bachelor's in HR at Sullivan University sits right in the middle of what's typical nationally—neither a standout bargain nor a warning sign. What's more puzzling is the earnings trajectory: while peer HR programs suggest first-year earnings around $50,361, Sullivan's actual four-year data shows graduates making slightly less at $49,284. That's unusual—most bachelor's programs see meaningful salary growth by year four, not stagnation or slight decline. This pattern could reflect the local Louisville job market, the types of HR roles graduates pursue, or simply year-to-year variation in a small sample size.

Kentucky's HR market is modest overall, with similar programs across the state clustering around $49,800 in earnings and $29,400 in debt. Sullivan's outcomes align closely with these state norms. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.58 is manageable—graduates would be dedicating roughly 6-7% of gross income to federal loan payments under standard repayment plans. That's workable, especially for a field with steady demand and clear career progression paths.

The real question is whether Sullivan's specific outcomes will follow the national pattern or the flat trajectory shown in the four-year data. For parents, that means this program looks like a solid, middle-of-the-road investment with reasonable debt—but you'll want to understand why mid-career earnings aren't showing the expected growth before committing.