Accounting at Shawnee State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Shawnee State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Shawnee State University graduates earn $36k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all accounting bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (57 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee State University | $35,827 | $45,497 | — | — |
| Case Western Reserve University | $67,830 | $78,857 | $25,000 | 0.37 |
| Miami University-Oxford | $67,743 | $77,503 | $23,000 | 0.34 |
| University of Dayton | $65,127 | $72,243 | $27,000 | 0.41 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $62,399 | $77,705 | $23,284 | 0.37 |
| John Carroll University | $62,145 | $75,037 | $27,000 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case Western Reserve University Cleveland | $64,671 | $67,830 | $25,000 |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $67,743 | $23,000 |
| University of Dayton Dayton | $47,600 | $65,127 | $27,000 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $62,399 | $23,284 |
| John Carroll University University Heights | $49,100 | $62,145 | $27,000 |
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 Shawnee State University, approximately 35% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.