Location: Bowling Green, OH•In-State Tuition: $14,081•Out-of-State Tuition: $22,070•Admission Rate: 81%•Avg SAT: 1118
Median Earnings (1yr)
$60,359
53rd percentile
60th percentile in Ohio
Median Debt
$25,564
1% below national median
D/E Ratio: 0.42 ManageableSample: 33 graduates

Analysis

Bowling Green's Information Science program sits comfortably in the middle of Ohio's offerings, with first-year earnings of $60,359 ranking in the 60th percentile statewide. That's about $3,000 more than the state median and notably ahead of larger programs at Toledo and Xavier. While it doesn't match Cincinnati's impressive $68,864, the difference matters less than you might think when you consider total cost of attendance—Cincinnati's higher tuition could easily eat into that earnings advantage for out-of-state families.

The debt picture looks reasonable at $25,564, translating to a 0.42 debt-to-earnings ratio that's well within the manageable range. This means your child would owe about five months' salary, which should be comfortable to repay on an information science income. The program performs right at national medians for both earnings and debt, suggesting it delivers what you'd expect from a solid state university without surprises in either direction.

For Ohio families weighing in-state options, Bowling Green represents a safe bet—not the highest-earning program in the state, but competitive enough that the choice should come down to fit and total cost rather than employment outcomes. The 81% admission rate means most qualified applicants can access this pathway to a stable technology career.

Where Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all information science/studies bachelors's programs nationally

Bowling Green State University-Main CampusOther information science/studies programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Bowling Green State University-Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus earns $60k — 53th percentile among information science/studies bachelors programs.

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (8 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Bowling Green State University-Main CampusBowling Green$14,081$60,359—$25,5640.42
University of Cincinnati-Main CampusCincinnati$13,570$68,864$74,729$23,0000.33
Cleveland State UniversityCleveland$12,613$57,661—$25,7310.45
University of Akron Main CampusAkron$12,799$56,824—$17,5890.31
University of ToledoToledo$12,377$50,920$73,145$25,1930.49
Xavier UniversityCincinnati$48,125$49,285—$27,0000.55
National Median—$58,651—$25,7500.44

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with information science/studies graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

$171,200/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

$140,910/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Software Developers

Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.

$131,450/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Database Architects

Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.

$123,100/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Data Warehousing Specialists

Design, model, or implement corporate data warehousing activities. Program and configure warehouses of database information and provide support to warehouse users.

$123,100/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Web and Digital Interface Designers

Design digital user interfaces or websites. Develop and test layouts, interfaces, functionality, and navigation menus to ensure compatibility and usability across browsers or devices. May use web framework applications as well as client-side code and processes. May evaluate web design following web and accessibility standards, and may analyze web use metrics and optimize websites for marketability and search engine ranking. May design and test interfaces that facilitate the human-computer interaction and maximize the usability of digital devices, websites, and software with a focus on aesthetics and design. May create graphics used in websites and manage website content and links.

$95,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Video Game Designers

Design core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.

$95,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Computer Occupations, All Other

All computer occupations not listed separately.

Web Administrators

Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.

Document Management Specialists

Implement and administer enterprise-wide document management systems and related procedures that allow organizations to capture, store, retrieve, share, and destroy electronic records and documents.

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 Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, 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.

Sample Size: Based on 33 graduates with reported earnings and 30 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.