Accounting at Capital University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Capital University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Capital University graduates earn $60k, placing them in the 75th percentile of all accounting bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (57 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital University | $60,405 | — | — | — |
| Case Western Reserve University | $67,830 | $78,857 | $25,000 | 0.37 |
| Miami University-Oxford | $67,743 | $77,503 | $23,000 | 0.34 |
| University of Dayton | $65,127 | $72,243 | $27,000 | 0.41 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $62,399 | $77,705 | $23,284 | 0.37 |
| John Carroll University | $62,145 | $75,037 | $27,000 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case Western Reserve University Cleveland | $64,671 | $67,830 | $25,000 |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $67,743 | $23,000 |
| University of Dayton Dayton | $47,600 | $65,127 | $27,000 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $62,399 | $23,284 |
| John Carroll University University Heights | $49,100 | $62,145 | $27,000 |
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 Capital University, approximately 31% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.