International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at Ohio University-Zanesville Campus

Median Earnings (1yr)

$57,396

75th percentile

60th percentile in Ohio

Median Debt

$27,000

15% above national median

Analysis

Ohio University-Zanesville's International Business graduates earn $57,396 in their first year—roughly $7,500 more than the national median for this degree and matching the Ohio state median. While ranking at the 60th percentile statewide might sound modest, it's worth noting that several Ohio University regional campuses report identical earnings figures, suggesting consistent outcomes across the system. More impressively, graduates carry just $27,000 in debt, placing this program in the 5th percentile nationally for debt load. That 0.47 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe less than half their first-year salary, a manageable starting point for loan repayment.

The substantial earnings advantage over the national median ($49,890) combined with below-average debt makes this program look financially solid on paper. However, the very small sample size—fewer than 30 graduates—is a significant caveat. These numbers could represent an unusually successful cohort rather than a reliable pattern. The campus also serves relatively few low-income students (10% Pell recipients), which may skew outcomes positively if wealthier students have stronger professional networks.

For families considering this program, the financial fundamentals appear strong: competitive earnings with low debt. But don't lean too heavily on these specific numbers. Visit campus, ask about job placement patterns, and verify whether recent graduates are actually securing international business roles or pivoting to other fields after graduation.

Where Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all international business bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Ohio University-Zanesville 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
Ohio University-Zanesville CampusZanesville	$6,178	$57,396	—	$27,000	0.47
Ohio State University-Main CampusColumbus	$12,859	$57,678	$69,493	$27,000	0.47
Ohio University-Eastern CampusSaint Clairsville	$6,178	$57,396	—	$27,000	0.47
Ohio University-Chillicothe CampusChillicothe	$6,178	$57,396	—	$27,000	0.47
Ohio University-Southern CampusIronton	$6,178	$57,396	—	$27,000	0.47
Ohio University-Lancaster CampusLancaster	$6,178	$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

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Sustainability Officers

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Business Continuity Planners

Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures. Plan, conduct, and debrief regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly. Act as a coordinator for continuity efforts after a disruption event.

Sustainability Specialists

Address organizational sustainability issues, such as waste stream management, green building practices, and green procurement plans.

Online Merchants

Conduct retail activities of businesses operating exclusively online. May perform duties such as preparing business strategies, buying merchandise, managing inventory, implementing marketing activities, fulfilling and shipping online orders, and balancing financial records.

Security Management Specialists

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.

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-Zanesville Campus, approximately 10% 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.