International Business at Ohio State University-Main Campus

Ohio State's International Business program graduates start at $57,678—solidly above the national median of $49,890 for this major and landing at the national 75th percentile. However, within Ohio, these numbers tell a more modest story: graduates earn just slightly more than the state median and rank at the 60th percentile among Ohio programs. The $27,000 debt load matches the state median exactly but sits favorably in the 5th percentile nationally, meaning 95% of similar programs nationwide leave students with more debt.

The 21% earnings growth from year one to year four (climbing to nearly $70,000) suggests decent career trajectory, though you should note the small sample size here—fewer than 30 graduates means these figures could shift considerably with just a few data points. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47 is manageable, translating to roughly half a year's starting salary in student loans.

For Ohio families, this program offers reasonable value but not exceptional performance within the state. The controlled debt combined with above-average national earnings makes it a defensible choice, particularly if your student can leverage Ohio State's recruiting network and brand recognition. Just understand that several Ohio schools produce similar outcomes, so the premium you might pay for the flagship experience won't necessarily translate to dramatically higher earnings in this particular field.