Health/Medical Preparatory Programs at Miami University-Oxford

Miami University-Oxford's pre-med program lands right at the Ohio median for earnings at $34,923, but that context reveals an important limitation: these figures capture graduates one year out, when many are working gap-year jobs before medical school rather than in their ultimate careers. The moderate sample size suggests a healthy program, though the 71st percentile debt ranking (meaning more debt than 71% of comparable programs) is worth noting—you're paying $23,562 to position your child for graduate school, not for immediate career returns.

The real question is whether your child will actually continue to medical or graduate school. For students who follow through on advanced degrees, this debt load is manageable and the Miami name carries weight with admissions committees. The 82% admission rate and strong 1313 SAT average suggest solid academic peers without cutthroat competition. However, if your child ends up pivoting away from healthcare graduate programs, they'll be starting a different career path with nearly $24,000 in debt and entry-level earnings that barely exceed $35,000.

The value proposition here hinges entirely on graduate school completion. If your child is certain about pursuing an MD, PA, or similar credential, Miami provides adequate preparation at a reasonable cost. If there's any doubt about their commitment to years of additional schooling, consider programs that offer stronger bachelor's-level career options as a backup plan.