Business Administration, Management and Operations at Ohio University-Zanesville Campus

Ohio University-Zanesville's business program delivers surprisingly strong initial earnings that significantly outperform national expectations, with graduates earning $57,006 in their first year—89th percentile nationally and well above both the national median ($45,703) and Ohio median ($45,641). The debt burden is manageable at $25,000, creating a favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.44 that's better than many business programs.

However, there's a concerning pattern here: earnings actually decline by 6% from year one to year four, dropping to $53,818. This "early peak" trajectory suggests graduates may start in higher-paying roles but face limited advancement opportunities or economic headwinds in the region. While the program ranks in the 60th percentile within Ohio (decent but not exceptional), it's notably behind the state's top performers like Miami University ($67,823) and Ohio State ($61,423).

The practical takeaway is that this program offers solid initial job prospects with reasonable debt, making it a defensible choice for students seeking immediate employment after graduation. However, parents should understand that long-term earning potential appears limited, and graduates may need to be proactive about career advancement or consider relocating for better opportunities. The strong sample size gives confidence in these figures.