Health and Medical Administrative Services at Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus

Ohio University-Chillicothe's health administration program sits right in the middle of Ohio offerings while carrying notably higher debt than most alternatives. At $42,663 initially, graduates earn exactly the state median but fall several thousand below the national average of $44,345. More concerning, the debt load of $25,750 places this program in the 76th percentile nationally—meaning three-quarters of similar programs nationwide saddle students with less debt for comparable or better outcomes.

The 60th percentile ranking within Ohio reveals the core tension: this is a middle-of-the-pack program in a state with several stronger options. Graduates at Ohio State or Cincinnati earn $11,000-$15,000 more annually right out of school, while Franklin University delivers $7,000 more in starting pay. The 15% earnings growth to $49,238 after four years is solid but doesn't close these gaps. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.60, graduates should manage payments reasonably well, though they're paying more for less than peers at nearby institutions.

For Ohio families considering health administration, this program offers access and moderate debt, but the opportunity cost matters. If your child can gain admission to one of Ohio's flagship universities or specialized health colleges like Mercy, they'll likely see meaningfully higher returns on a similar investment.