by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. In addition, we cover how WCU ranks in comparison to other schools with hr programs.
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The bachelor's program at WCU was ranked #202 on College Factual's Best Schools for hr list.
In 2022, 35 students received their master’s degree in hr from WCU. This makes it the #79 most popular school for hr master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at WCU paid an average of $340 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $184 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Fees | $3,532 | $3,532 |
| Books and Supplies | $693 | $693 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,764 | $11,764 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,330 | $3,330 |
Learn more about WCU tuition and fees.
Online degrees for the WCU hr bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the WCU Online Learning page.
HR majors graduating with a master's degree from WCU make a median salary of $59,947 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $59,948.
Of the 42 students who graduated with a Master’s in hr from WCU in 2022, 10% were men and 90% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 71% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Carolina University with a master's in hr.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 30 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the hr majors at Western Carolina University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Business Administration & Management | 397 |
| Marketing | 166 |
| Accounting | 57 |
| Finance & Financial Management | 54 |
| Management Information Systems | 39 |