International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at Denison University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$53,516

62nd percentile

40th percentile in Ohio

Median Debt

$26,960

15% above national median

Analysis

Denison's International Business program offers solid national standing but lags behind most Ohio alternatives—a significant gap given the price difference between selective private and public options. While graduates earn $53,516 their first year out (beating the national median), they trail the typical Ohio International Business graduate by nearly $4,000. That 40th percentile state ranking means six out of ten comparable Ohio programs deliver better earnings outcomes, with Ohio State and the regional Ohio University campuses all producing graduates earning around $57,400.

The debt picture provides some relief: at $26,960, graduates carry slightly less than the state median and rank in just the 8th percentile nationally for debt load—meaning 92% of International Business programs elsewhere leave students with more to repay. The resulting debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.50 suggests manageable repayment. However, the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these figures could shift substantially year to year, and the 17% admission rate signals Denison's selectivity may attract students with stronger financial safety nets.

For families choosing between Denison's $70,000+ annual cost and Ohio's public universities at in-state rates, this data challenges the return on investment. Unless your child receives substantial merit aid that narrows the price gap, Ohio's public options deliver comparable or better earnings outcomes without the premium price tag.

Where Denison University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all international business bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Denison University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (36 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Denison UniversityGranville	$64,000	$53,516	—	$26,960	0.50
Ohio State University-Main CampusColumbus	$12,859	$57,678	$69,493	$27,000	0.47
Ohio University-Chillicothe CampusChillicothe	$6,178	$57,396	—	$27,000	0.47
Ohio University-Southern CampusIronton	$6,178	$57,396	—	$27,000	0.47
Ohio University-Eastern CampusSaint Clairsville	$6,178	$57,396	—	$27,000	0.47
Ohio University-Lancaster CampusLancaster	$6,178	$57,396	—	$27,000	0.47
National Median	—	$49,890	—	$23,472	0.47

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with international business graduates

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Sustainability Officers

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Business Continuity Planners

Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures. Plan, conduct, and debrief regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly. Act as a coordinator for continuity efforts after a disruption event.

Sustainability Specialists

Address organizational sustainability issues, such as waste stream management, green building practices, and green procurement plans.

Online Merchants

Conduct retail activities of businesses operating exclusively online. May perform duties such as preparing business strategies, buying merchandise, managing inventory, implementing marketing activities, fulfilling and shipping online orders, and balancing financial records.

Security Management Specialists

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.

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 Denison University, approximately 13% 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 22 graduates with reported earnings and 22 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.