Business Administration, Management and Operations at Xavier University

Xavier's business program shows decent outcomes, but treat these numbers tentatively—the small sample size means they could shift significantly year to year. That said, the $68,372 earnings after four years suggests graduates are finding their footing in the workforce, even if they're not reaching the heights of Miami or Ohio State grads who earn $60,000-68,000 at the same career stage.

The fundamentals look reasonable: $27,000 in debt against first-year earnings of nearly $49,000 creates a manageable 0.55 ratio, and graduates see strong 40% income growth over their first four years. Within Ohio's competitive business school landscape, this program sits squarely in the middle tier—ahead of many state schools but notably behind flagship programs. The 60th percentile state ranking reflects this positioning.

For families considering Xavier's $40,000+ annual tuition, the calculation gets trickier. While the debt load is moderate and outcomes are solid, you're essentially betting on Xavier's network and the value of a private Jesuit education to justify the premium over public alternatives. If your child can get similar or lower debt at a state university with comparable or better outcomes, that deserves serious consideration. The program isn't a red flag, but make sure the full four-year cost—not just the manageable debt these graduates carry—makes financial sense for your family's situation.