Business/Commerce at James A. Rhodes State College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How James A. Rhodes State College graduates compare to all programs nationally
James A. Rhodes State College graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all business/commerce associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Business/Commerce associates's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James A. Rhodes State College | $45,238 | $37,556 | $20,565* | — |
| Kent State University at Geauga | $38,871 | — | —* | — |
| Kent State University at Ashtabula | $38,871 | $37,721 | $20,565* | 0.53 |
| Kent State University at East Liverpool | $38,871 | $37,721 | $20,565* | 0.53 |
| Kent State University at Trumbull | $38,871 | $37,721 | $20,565* | 0.53 |
| Kent State University at Tuscarawas | $38,871 | $37,721 | $20,565* | 0.53 |
| National Median | $36,591 | — | $13,437* | 0.37 |
Other Business/Commerce Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State University at Geauga Burton | $7,272 | $38,871 | — |
| Kent State University at Ashtabula Ashtabula | $7,272 | $38,871 | $20,565 |
| Kent State University at East Liverpool East Liverpool | $7,272 | $38,871 | $20,565 |
| Kent State University at Trumbull Warren | $7,272 | $38,871 | $20,565 |
| Kent State University at Tuscarawas New Philadelphia | $7,272 | $38,871 | $20,565 |
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 James A. Rhodes State College, approximately 15% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.