Business/Commerce at Wright State University-Lake Campus

Wright State-Lake Campus's business program delivers outcomes that trail both state and national averages by meaningful margins. With first-year earnings of $46,523 and four-year earnings of $54,770, graduates rank in the 40th percentile among Ohio business programs—meaning three out of five similar programs in the state produce better results. The gap isn't enormous, but it's real: Ohio's median business graduate earns $48,597, and the top programs in the state like DeVry ($57,020) and Franklin ($51,408) exceed this program by $10,000+ annually.

The debt picture offers some relief. At $22,375, graduates here borrow less than both the state median ($24,072) and national median ($26,000), creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48. That's roughly five months of first-year salary—not burdensome, especially with solid 18% earnings growth over the first four years. The lower debt likely reflects the campus's regional focus and potentially lower tuition costs.

For families prioritizing affordability and local employment, this program works—you're getting below-average debt for below-average earnings, which creates stability. But if your child is willing to commute or relocate within Ohio, several other programs deliver noticeably stronger earnings trajectories for similar upfront costs. The value here depends heavily on convenience versus earnings optimization.