Finance and Financial Management Services at Notre Dame College

Ohio's finance programs show a massive spread in outcomes, with top earners at Miami University pulling in over $71,000 while the state median sits at $58,790. Notre Dame College's estimated outcomes align with that state median—a middle-of-the-road position that means graduates from comparable programs start roughly $6,000 below what they'd earn at flagship programs like Ohio State or Case Western Reserve.

The estimated $27,000 debt load produces a manageable 0.46 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates would owe less than half their first-year salary. That's reasonable territory for a bachelor's degree, though it's worth noting this sits slightly above the state median debt of $25,000. For context, nationally similar finance programs carry a median debt of $23,332, suggesting Ohio schools generally run higher on borrowing.

The real question is whether Notre Dame College's estimated outcomes justify choosing it over public alternatives with proven track records. With nearly 40% of students receiving Pell grants, this program likely serves first-generation and working-class students who need a clear path to financial stability. Based on peer programs, graduates should be able to manage their debt comfortably—but families should directly ask the school about actual placement outcomes and whether recent grads are landing the corporate finance roles that would justify the private school investment over, say, a regional public university.