Marketing at Wright State University-Main Campus

Wright State's marketing program shows something unusual: graduates earn less than both the national and Ohio medians initially ($43,722 versus $44,728 nationally and $47,602 statewide), placing them in the 40th percentile among Ohio marketing programs. However, by year four, earnings jump to $56,544—a 29% increase that closes much of that gap and approaches what graduates from Ohio State and Miami earn right out of the gate. This trajectory suggests Wright State graduates may be starting in more junior roles but advancing quickly.

The $26,000 debt load is reasonable, creating a manageable 0.59 debt-to-earnings ratio even with the modest starting salary. That's actually slightly better than the typical Ohio marketing graduate ($25,000) and substantially below the national median. Combined with Wright State's 95% admission rate and significant Pell Grant population, this accessibility matters—students aren't taking on private-school debt while building careers.

The question is whether your child can weather that first year or two of below-market earnings. If they're comfortable starting lower but confident in their ability to advance (or willing to job-hop strategically), the strong earnings growth and modest debt create a workable path. If they need immediate earning power out of college, programs at Ohio State or Miami deliver $12,000-$15,000 more on day one.