Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations (Bachelor's Degree) at Miami University-Hamilton

Median Earnings (1yr)

$47,731

61st percentile

60th percentile in Ohio

Median Debt

$23,350

3% below national median

Analysis

Miami University-Hamilton's entrepreneurship program lands squarely in the middle of the pack—60th percentile among Ohio programs and 61st nationally—with first-year earnings of $47,731. That's about $2,500 above the national median for this degree, though it trails private competitor University of Dayton by roughly $8,000. The debt load of $23,350 is reasonable, translating to a 0.49 debt-to-earnings ratio that most graduates should be able to manage with standard repayment plans.

What's notable here is the consistency: Hamilton graduates earn exactly the state median for entrepreneurship degrees, suggesting this regional campus delivers what you'd expect from an Ohio public institution in this field. The program serves a meaningful population of Pell-eligible students (30%), making it accessible to middle-income families, and the robust sample size means these numbers are reliable, not an outlier year.

For parents, this is a straightforward value proposition—your student will likely earn a typical salary for an entrepreneurship graduate in Ohio without taking on excessive debt. If your child is committed to small business or startup work and wants to stay close to Cincinnati, this program delivers predictable outcomes. Just understand they're not getting the premium associated with Miami's Oxford flagship campus, which commands the same first-year earnings but likely offers broader alumni networks and employer recognition.

Where Miami University-Hamilton Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all entrepreneurial and small business operations bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Miami University-Hamilton graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (22 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Miami University-HamiltonHamilton	$7,278	$47,731	—	$23,350	0.49
University of DaytonDayton	$47,600	$55,864	$67,735	$25,813	0.46
Miami University-MiddletownMiddletown	$7,278	$47,731	—	$23,350	0.49
Miami University-OxfordOxford	$17,809	$47,731	—	$23,350	0.49
Kent State University at KentKent	$12,846	$47,312	$54,490	$25,000	0.53
National Median	—	$45,265	—	$24,125	0.53

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with entrepreneurial and small business operations 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:

Personal Service Managers, All Other

All personal service managers not listed separately.

Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators, or fitness instructors.

Spa Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of a spa facility. Coordinate programs, schedule and direct staff, and oversee financial activities.

Managers, All Other

All managers not listed separately.

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Compliance Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.

Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

Wind Energy Operations Managers

Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.

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 Miami University-Hamilton, approximately 30% 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 106 graduates with reported earnings and 105 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.