Analysis
Ohio University-Eastern's International Business program shows strong first-year earnings at $57,396—outperforming three-quarters of similar programs nationally and matching the state median. That's $7,500 above the typical international business graduate, a meaningful advantage for students entering the global marketplace. The debt load of $27,000 stays manageable with a 0.47 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off their loans in under six months of gross earnings.
However, the small sample size here—fewer than 30 graduates—means these numbers could shift significantly year to year. What looks like strong performance might reflect a particularly successful cohort rather than a consistent outcome. It's also worth noting this is a regional campus of Ohio University, where all Ohio campuses report identical earnings data, suggesting these figures may be aggregated across locations rather than specific to the Eastern campus experience.
For families prioritizing immediate earning potential with reasonable debt, this program delivers competitive results that match Ohio's flagship programs. Just understand you're looking at limited data that may not tell the full story about what future graduates can expect.
Where Ohio University-Eastern Campus Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all international business bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Ohio University-Eastern Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (36 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6,178 | $57,396 | — | $27,000 | 0.47 | |
| $12,859 | $57,678 | $69,493 | $27,000 | 0.47 | |
| $6,178 | $57,396 | — | $27,000 | 0.47 | |
| $6,178 | $57,396 | — | $27,000 | 0.47 | |
| $6,178 | $57,396 | — | $27,000 | 0.47 | |
| $13,746 | $57,396 | — | $27,000 | 0.47 | |
| National Median | — | $49,890 | — | $23,472 | 0.47 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with international business graduates
Chief Executives
Chief Sustainability Officers
General and Operations Managers
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Business Operations Specialists, All Other
Business Continuity Planners
Sustainability Specialists
Online Merchants
Security Management Specialists
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Ohio University-Eastern Campus, approximately 9% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 22 graduates with reported earnings and 20 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.