Educational Administration and Supervision at Ohio State University-Marion Campus

Ohio State Marion's education administration program sits in an unusual spot: it performs better than most Ohio schools (60th percentile) while lagging the national average by about $1,000 annually. More concerning is the earnings trajectory—graduates actually see a slight decline from $36,487 in year one to $35,856 by year four. This stagnation is puzzling for a field where professionals typically advance into higher-paying administrative roles over time, and it's worth understanding whether that's a function of local job markets in central Ohio or the types of positions graduates are securing.

The $23,000 debt load is manageable relative to first-year earnings (0.63 ratio), and it's notably lower than the $31,298 national median for this degree. However, when earnings don't grow and actually dip slightly, even moderate debt becomes harder to justify. Parents should recognize that at $36,000 annually, graduates will face a longer runway to financial independence than many bachelor's degree holders, particularly if they're pursuing teaching roles while working toward administrative credentials.

If your child is committed to educational leadership in Ohio and wants the OSU network, this program won't bury them in debt. But the flat earnings pattern suggests graduates may need additional credentials or strategic career moves to reach higher-paying administrative positions. Make sure they understand the full career path required to move beyond entry-level salaries in this field.