Social Work at Miami University-Oxford

Miami University-Oxford's social work program starts graduates at $34,583—below both the Ohio median ($37,990) and the national average ($37,296). While the small sample size means these numbers could shift with more data, the pattern is clear: this program sits in the bottom half of Ohio's social work offerings, ranking 40th percentile statewide. Top Ohio programs like Capital University and Bowling Green launch graduates earning $4,000-$10,000 more annually right out of the gate.

The silver lining is meaningful earnings growth. Four years out, graduates reach $42,991, a 24% increase that helps close the initial gap. The debt load of $26,025 is reasonable—lower than the Ohio average and resulting in a manageable 0.75 debt-to-earnings ratio. This isn't crushing debt, but it still means graduates start their careers earning less while carrying similar financial obligations to peers at higher-performing programs.

For parents considering this investment, understand that social work rarely leads to high earnings anywhere, but this program underperforms its in-state competition. If your child is set on social work at a selective Ohio public university, several other options offer better starting positions without significantly higher debt. The small sample size offers some hope these numbers might improve, but as they stand, this program struggles to match what comparable Ohio schools deliver.