Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Wright State University-Lake Campus

The small sample size here demands caution, but these numbers tell a troubling story that's hard to ignore. Wright State-Lake Campus graduates earn just $28,561 one year out—about $10,000 below both Ohio's median and the national benchmark for interdisciplinary studies programs. That places this program in the bottom quarter statewide and the bottom 5% nationally. Meanwhile, at $43,250, the debt burden is nearly 70% higher than what typical Ohio graduates in this field carry.

That 1.51 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe more than one and a half years of gross income, which creates real financial strain for young adults trying to establish independence. Compare this to University of Cincinnati's interdisciplinary studies graduates, who earn $44,438—more than 50% higher—often with less debt. Even accounting for the Lake Campus's likely lower tuition as a regional campus, the earnings gap is substantial enough to offset any cost savings.

With fewer than 30 graduates in this cohort, these figures could reflect unusual circumstances rather than a consistent pattern. However, parents should understand the risk: if these numbers hold, your child could face years of difficult loan payments on an entry-level salary. Before committing, request more recent data directly from the campus and explore whether Wright State's main campus or other Ohio public universities offer better outcomes in similar programs.