Human Resources Management and Services (Bachelor's Degree) at William Peace University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$50,635

Est. from NC median (3 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$30,016

Est. from national median (72 programs)

Analysis

The estimated numbers here—about $30,000 in debt for first-year earnings around $50,600—align closely with what comparable HR programs produce both in North Carolina and nationally. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.59 suggests manageable repayment, though it's worth noting the debt estimate comes from similar private institutions nationwide rather than William Peace specifically. In North Carolina's small HR market, peer programs show a $10,000 range in outcomes, from UNC-Chapel Hill's $52,200 down to Mount Olive's $40,900, with the estimated figure for William Peace falling right in the middle.

The bigger question is whether a bachelor's in HR justifies nearly $30,000 in debt when earnings projections are modest from day one. HR roles often require additional certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP) that aren't captured in these estimates, adding both cost and time before reaching competitive salaries. The program's high admission rate and the school's broad Pell population suggest accessibility, but also raise questions about whether William Peace's specific career support network can help graduates reach—or exceed—the state median its estimates are based on.

If your student is set on HR and values a small campus in Raleigh, this estimated debt load won't bury them. But given the uncertainty inherent in these projections and the competitive nature of entry-level HR positions, they should verify William Peace's actual placement rates and employer relationships before committing.

Where William Peace University Stands

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

Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina

Human Resources Management and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (8 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
William Peace UniversityRaleigh	$33,150	$50,635*	—	$30,016*	—
University of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill	$8,989	$52,217*	$56,616	$15,000*	0.29
Meredith CollegeRaleigh	$43,936	$50,635*	—	—*	—
University of Mount OliveMount Olive	$25,950	$40,860*	$56,668	$42,482*	1.04
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 William Peace University, approximately 35% 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 3 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.