International/Global Studies at Wright State University-Main Campus

Wright State's International/Global Studies program sits at the national median for earnings but carries significantly more debt than typical programs—$32,500 versus a national median of $22,000. That debt burden places it in the 5th percentile nationally, meaning 95% of comparable programs manage to graduate students with less debt. With first-year earnings barely covering the debt load (0.99 ratio), graduates face immediate financial pressure that peers at other programs typically avoid.

Within Ohio, the situation looks even less competitive. While the median Ohio program produces similar earnings at slightly lower debt levels, Ohio State's program demonstrates what's possible at the high end—graduates there earn $55,240, nearly 70% more. Wright State's program trails both the state median and ranks in just the 40th percentile statewide, despite Wright State's 95% admission rate making it accessible to most Ohio students. The University of Dayton achieves comparable outcomes with lower debt, offering a useful in-state comparison for similar earnings without the debt burden.

The small sample size here matters—with fewer than 30 graduates, a few outliers could skew the picture significantly. However, the core issue remains clear: this program combines below-average state performance with above-average debt. For families considering this field of study in Ohio, examining options at schools with stronger track records or lower borrowing levels would be prudent before committing to Wright State's program.