Business Administration, Management and Operations at Franklin University

Franklin University's business program charges significantly more than most schools but delivers earnings that justify the premium. With first-year graduates earning $56,588—nearly $11,000 above both national and Ohio medians—this program ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for earnings outcomes. The debt load of $36,764 is substantial, sitting about $10,000 above typical levels, but the strong starting salaries keep the debt-to-earnings ratio at a manageable 0.65.

Within Ohio's competitive business education landscape, Franklin holds solid middle ground among the state's 64 programs, ranking in the 60th percentile. While it doesn't match elite performers like Miami University or Ohio State, it significantly outperforms the typical Ohio business program. The earnings trajectory shows a slight decline from year one to year four, which isn't uncommon for business programs where entry-level positions sometimes offer competitive starting packages.

For families considering this investment, Franklin represents a higher-cost, higher-reward path in business education. The premium tuition translates to meaningfully better employment outcomes than most alternatives, both nationally and within Ohio. Given the robust sample size of graduates and the program's consistent performance above state and national benchmarks, this appears to be a sound investment despite the elevated debt levels.