Animal Sciences at The University of Findlay

The University of Findlay's Animal Sciences graduates start at roughly national average earnings but show impressive momentum, with incomes jumping 26% to nearly $44,000 by year four. Among Ohio's limited Animal Sciences programs, this one edges out Ohio State and ranks in the 60th percentile statewide—a meaningful distinction for in-state families weighing their options.

The debt picture here is genuinely strong. At $26,000, graduates carry slightly more than the state median but far less than typical Animal Sciences programs nationwide (5th percentile for debt). That 0.75 debt-to-earnings ratio means first-year graduates face manageable payments relative to their starting salaries, and as earnings climb into the mid-$40,000s by year four, the financial pressure eases considerably. For a field often associated with passion over pay, these numbers represent a reasonable compromise.

The main caveat: Animal Sciences isn't a high-earning field at any institution. Even with strong growth, you're looking at mid-career earnings in the low-to-mid $40,000s. But if your student is committed to working with animals, Findlay delivers solid outcomes without burying them in debt. The combination of controlled borrowing and steady earnings growth makes this a practical path for someone pursuing their calling without taking on crushing financial risk.