Human Resources Degree

The human resources program at West Chester University of Pennsylvania prepares students for careers as a human resources assistant or manager or labor relations manager. The program focuses on managing the development of human capital in organizations and providing services to individuals and groups. Program courses include: personnel and organization policy, human resource dynamics and flows, labor relations, civil rights, laws and regulations, compensation systems, work systems, career management, employee testing and assessment, recruitment, and managing employee and job training programs. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer human resources degrees.

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West Chester University of Pennsylvania

729 E. Highland Street, Allentown, PA

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a public college that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly suburban area. West Chester University of Pennsylvania has a yearly student enrollment of over fourteen thousand.

Areas of study offered at WCU include but are not limited to:

• Education
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students at West Chester University of Pennsylvania scored between 1470 to 1730 on the SAT. This school accepts around 50 percent of students applying. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 33 percent registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found at wcupa.edu.

The tuition at West Chester University of Pennsylvania varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $9,100 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 per year. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,300 for the year. Students attending West Chester University of Pennsylvania may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

This school offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the WCU website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Human Resources Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. West Chester University of Pennsylvania has offered the following programs for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Compensation and Benefits Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.

Human Resources Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.

Training and Development Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.

Human Resources Specialists

Description

Perform activities in the human resource area. Includes employment specialists who screen, recruit, interview, and place workers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, human resources specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $59660

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).