Computer and Information Sciences at Miami University-Hamilton

Miami University-Hamilton's computer science program significantly outperforms the Ohio market, ranking in the 80th percentile statewide—a meaningful achievement given that most students will compare against in-state options. With first-year earnings of $66,030, graduates earn $16,000 more than the typical Ohio CS graduate and match the performance of the flagship Oxford campus. The debt load of $26,495 translates to a healthy 0.40 debt-to-earnings ratio, and notably sits below the state median of $31,000 despite delivering superior outcomes.

The 18% earnings growth to $77,768 by year four suggests graduates are building valuable experience and advancing in their careers. This regional campus punches well above its weight class—it essentially delivers flagship-quality outcomes at a regional campus price point. With 30% of students receiving Pell grants, the program appears to be creating genuine mobility for working-class Ohioans entering tech careers.

For parents weighing Ohio options, this program competes directly with schools like Cincinnati and Wright State while likely offering lower total costs. Unless your child gains admission to Ohio State (which shows notably higher earnings), Hamilton presents one of the strongest value propositions in the state for computer science.