Business Administration, Management and Operations at Kent State University at Trumbull

Kent State Trumbull's business program lands squarely in the middle of the pack, ranking at the 40th percentile both nationally and within Ohio—meaning 60% of similar programs produce higher-earning graduates. With first-year earnings of $43,509, graduates earn about $2,200 less than the typical Ohio business graduate and fall short of the $45,703 national median. The program's debt load of $26,000 matches national norms exactly, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.60.

The earnings trajectory shows solid improvement over time, with graduates seeing a 17% bump from $43,509 to $50,908 by year four. However, even after this growth, earnings remain below what students achieve immediately after graduation from top Ohio programs like Miami University ($67,823) or Ohio State ($61,423). The robust sample size of 100+ graduates makes these figures reliable.

For families prioritizing affordability and debt management, this program delivers reasonable outcomes without excessive borrowing. The debt load is perfectly in line with national standards, and the steady earnings growth suggests graduates build valuable experience over time. However, if maximizing earning potential is the priority, stronger programs exist within Ohio's public university system that justify exploring despite potentially higher costs.