Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How Cleveland State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland State University | $77,366 | $77,817 | +1% |
| Harvard University | $127,194 | $118,372 | -7% |
| University of California-San Diego | $122,372 | $110,350 | -10% |
| Claremont Graduate University | $93,332 | $110,236 | +18% |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $72,486 | $80,556 | +11% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cleveland State UniversityCleveland | $12,613 | $77,366 | $77,817 | — | — |
 Ohio State University-Main CampusColumbus | $12,859 | $72,486 | $80,556 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $81,873 | — | — | — |
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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 Cleveland State University, approximately 39% 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.