Human Resources Management and Services (Bachelor's Degree) at The College of Saint Scholastica

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$52,667

Est. from MN median (9 programs)

Median Debt

$32,987

24% above national median

Analysis

Similar HR programs across Minnesota suggest first-year earnings around $52,667, which would put Saint Scholastica squarely at the state median—but this estimate masks significant variation. Top performers like Bethel University report $76,000 for their HR graduates, while others cluster in the mid-$60,000s. Without actual earnings data for Saint Scholastica's specific cohort, it's impossible to know where this program truly lands in that range.

The $32,987 debt load sits above both state and national medians for HR bachelor's programs, though it remains manageable if earnings approach the state average. What's more concerning is the earnings trajectory: four-year outcomes of $51,154 suggest minimal salary growth in those critical early career years, which is unusual for business-oriented programs. That pattern—if it reflects this program's actual outcomes—could indicate graduates are struggling to advance beyond entry-level roles.

For parents considering this investment, the fundamental challenge is uncertainty. You're being asked to commit to above-average debt based on what peer programs typically produce, not what Saint Scholastica's HR graduates actually earn. If your student gains admission to one of the higher-performing Minnesota programs (several have similar or higher acceptance rates), those schools offer both transparency and demonstrably stronger outcomes. Without actual data showing Saint Scholastica's HR program produces competitive salaries, you're essentially betting that it performs at least as well as the state average—a risk that warrants serious comparison shopping.

Where The College of Saint Scholastica Stands

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

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
The College of Saint Scholastica	—	$51,154	—
Bethel University	$76,000	$76,632	+1%
University of St Thomas	$52,667	$65,066	+24%
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities	$50,946	$62,414	+23%
Capella University	$64,834	$60,668	-6%

Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (13 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
The College of Saint ScholasticaDuluth	$40,454	$52,667*	$51,154	$32,987	—
Bethel UniversitySaint Paul	$42,930	$76,000*	$76,632	$29,919	0.39
Concordia University-Saint PaulSaint Paul	$25,000	$65,730*	$57,399	$28,666	0.44
Capella UniversityMinneapolis	$14,436	$64,834*	$60,668	$36,121	0.56
Rasmussen University-MinnesotaSt. Cloud	$10,899	$56,465*	$56,152	$38,233	0.68
University of St ThomasSaint Paul	$52,284	$52,667*	$65,066	$23,750	0.45
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 The College of Saint Scholastica, approximately 23% 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 9 similar programs in MN. Actual outcomes may vary.