Apparel and Textiles at Ohio University-Lancaster Campus

Ohio University-Lancaster's apparel and textiles program posts earnings that outpace both the national median ($39,969 vs. $36,945) and place in the 74th percentile nationally—a solid showing for a regional campus. The $24,750 debt load sits right at the national median for this field, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.62. Graduates see steady income growth, reaching $45,155 by year four, which represents a 13% increase and suggests the degree opens doors to career progression.

Within Ohio, this program matches the state median exactly and performs comparably to similar programs across other Ohio University regional campuses. The Lancaster campus essentially delivers the Ohio standard for this major, which matters for students choosing between nearby locations. At 60th percentile statewide, it's a middle-of-the-pack option rather than a standout, but the consistency across Ohio University's regional system suggests a reliable curriculum.

For families considering this path, the numbers work: graduates earn enough in their first year to make the debt manageable, and earnings continue climbing. The field itself tends toward moderate salaries nationally, so expectations should be realistic—this isn't a high-earning degree. But if your child is passionate about textiles and fashion, this program delivers on-par results at a reasonable cost without the financial alarm bells that plague some arts-adjacent majors.