Business/Managerial Economics at Ohio University-Main Campus

Ohio University's Business/Managerial Economics program graduates earn $60,236 their first year out—solidly above the national median of $53,219 and matching the state median. With $21,000 in debt, the 0.35 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe roughly four months' salary, a manageable burden that most can reasonably handle. The program ranks in the 75th percentile nationally, indicating strong performance relative to the hundreds of schools offering this major.

Within Ohio, the picture is more nuanced. Ohio University ties the state median, but this reflects the overall strength of Ohio's economics programs rather than a weakness in this specific offering. The school's 85% admission rate and modest test scores suggest it's providing solid economic returns for a relatively accessible institution—graduates here earn nearly as much as those from more selective Miami University ($60,596) and only slightly less than Ohio State ($61,979).

The major caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so these numbers could shift significantly year to year. If your student is considering this program, the combination of reasonable debt and strong first-year earnings suggests positive value, but the small cohort size means you should verify current outcomes directly with the department before making final decisions.