Computer and Information Sciences at Miami University-Middletown

Miami University-Middletown's computer science program punches well above its weight in Ohio, with graduates earning a median of $66,030—placing it in the 80th percentile statewide and roughly matching outcomes from the university's main Oxford campus. That's a significant margin above Ohio's median of $49,837 for this degree, suggesting the Miami University name carries genuine value even at its regional campus. The debt load of $26,495 is actually below the state median of $31,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.40 that's quite manageable in tech fields.

The earnings trajectory looks solid, climbing 18% to $77,768 by year four—a pattern that suggests graduates are successfully transitioning into more established tech roles rather than stalling out. While this program doesn't reach the elite Ohio State level ($82,448), it substantially outperforms most Ohio computer science programs at a lower cost.

For families seeking an affordable entry into tech careers without leaving Ohio, this represents a strong value play. Your child would start with earnings competitive with graduates from larger universities while carrying significantly less debt than the typical Ohio CS graduate. The combination of strong state placement and reasonable costs makes this a sensible choice for students who don't need the flagship campus experience but want employable skills.