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

Median Earnings (1yr)

$47,731

61st percentile

60th percentile in Ohio

Median Debt

$23,350

3% below national median

Analysis

Miami University-Middletown's entrepreneurship program hits right at the state median, which means students here face the same financial outcome as the typical Ohio graduate in this field—earning around $47,700 in their first year with about $23,000 in debt. That 0.49 debt-to-earnings ratio is manageable; graduates can reasonably pay off their loans while building their careers. The program slightly outperforms the national average for entrepreneurship degrees, though it trails the flagship Oxford campus by about $8,000. With a robust sample size of over 100 graduates, these numbers are reliable.

What's notable is how much variation exists within Ohio—University of Dayton graduates earn $55,864, nearly 20% more than Middletown students, while other Miami regional campuses show identical outcomes. This suggests that while the curriculum may be similar across Miami's system, the regional campus model delivers solid middle-of-the-pack results. For in-state students paying regional campus tuition rates, getting typical outcomes at a lower cost structure could work in their favor.

The bottom line: This program won't disadvantage your child compared to other Ohio options, but it won't give them a significant edge either. If they're choosing between Miami's regional campuses based on location or cost, Middletown delivers equivalent results to Hamilton and Oxford at what's likely a better price point for commuter students.

Where Miami University-Middletown Stands

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

Earnings Distribution

How Miami University-Middletown 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-MiddletownMiddletown	$7,278	$47,731	—	$23,350	0.49
University of DaytonDayton	$47,600	$55,864	$67,735	$25,813	0.46
Miami University-HamiltonHamilton	$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-Middletown, approximately 23% 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.