Security Science and Technology at Miami University-Oxford

Miami University-Oxford's security science program positions graduates above three-quarters of similar programs nationally, with first-year earnings of $43,918—well above the $39,252 national median for this field. While the estimated debt of $24,324 (derived from comparable bachelor's programs at Miami) sits slightly below both national and state typical debt loads, the real story is the earning power. This program appears to deliver stronger outcomes than most security science degrees across the country, suggesting Miami's name recognition and connections may translate into better entry-level opportunities than graduates from smaller specialized schools typically see.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55 is manageable—students would owe roughly half their first-year salary, which most financial planners consider reasonable territory for bachelor's degree debt. Ohio's security science landscape is competitive, with 13 programs vying for employer attention, but Miami graduates are holding their own at the state median. The comparison to Miami's regional campuses is interesting: they report identical earnings figures, which likely reflects shared employer relationships across the Miami system rather than meaningful differences in outcomes.

For families weighing this program, the financial equation looks solid based on peer data, though remember these debt figures come from similar Miami programs rather than security science graduates specifically. The combination of strong national standing and accessible state-school pricing creates a defensible value proposition, particularly if your student is genuinely interested in security careers rather than treating this as a fallback major.