Human Resources Management and Services at Thomas Edison State University

Thomas Edison State University's HR program shows graduates earning about $27,000 more than the typical New Jersey HR program four years out, though you should interpret this with caution given the small sample size. The first-year earnings of $53,382 land solidly above both the state median ($49,441) and national median ($50,361), placing graduates around the 60th percentile in New Jersey—roughly on par with Seton Hall's program. More encouraging, earnings grow 17% by year four, suggesting graduates build stronger HR careers over time rather than stagnating.

The debt picture is reasonable at $25,625, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio under 0.5. That's manageable for most graduates, particularly given the earnings trajectory. The low Pell grant percentage (21%) suggests this program primarily serves working adults who may already have some career momentum, which could partly explain the above-average outcomes.

The main caveat here is the sample size under 30 graduates. With so few data points, one or two outliers could skew the numbers significantly. If your child fits the typical Thomas Edison profile—an adult learner balancing work and education—these outcomes look promising. But if they're a traditional-age student looking for campus-based HR training, you'll want to verify whether this online-focused institution matches their learning style before committing.