Location: Cincinnati, OH•In-State Tuition: $48,125•Admission Rate: 88%•Avg SAT: 1224
Median Earnings (1yr)
$49,285
24th percentile
40th percentile in Ohio
Median Debt
$27,000
5% above national median
D/E Ratio: 0.55 ManageableSample: 24 graduates Limited data

Analysis

Xavier's Information Science program graduates earn roughly $8,000 less than the typical Ohio graduate in this field—a significant gap that places it near the bottom of the state's eight programs. While the $27,000 debt load is only slightly above average, the earnings shortfall creates a concerning disconnect: you're paying private school costs (even with aid) for below-market outcomes. The top programs in Ohio, including Cincinnati and Bowling Green, deliver 30-40% higher starting salaries.

The 40th percentile ranking among Ohio schools tells an important story for in-state families. When half the state's programs produce better outcomes, and nearby Cincinnati offers nearly $20,000 more in first-year earnings, the value proposition becomes harder to justify. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55 isn't catastrophic, but it reflects the core issue: graduates are managing reasonable debt on underwhelming salaries.

The critical caveat here is sample size—fewer than 30 graduates means these numbers could swing significantly year to year. If your child is drawn to Xavier's campus culture or values its Jesuit education, that's worth considering. But from a pure earnings standpoint, this program appears to underperform its Ohio peers, and families should understand they're likely accepting a financial tradeoff for other aspects of the Xavier experience.

Where Xavier University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all information science/studies bachelors's programs nationally

Xavier UniversityOther information science/studies programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Xavier University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Xavier University earns $49k — 24th percentile among information science/studies bachelors programs.

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (8 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Xavier UniversityCincinnati$48,125$49,285—$27,0000.55
University of Cincinnati-Main CampusCincinnati$13,570$68,864$74,729$23,0000.33
Bowling Green State University-Main CampusBowling Green$14,081$60,359—$25,5640.42
Cleveland State UniversityCleveland$12,613$57,661—$25,7310.45
University of Akron Main CampusAkron$12,799$56,824—$17,5890.31
University of ToledoToledo$12,377$50,920$73,145$25,1930.49
National Median—$58,651—$25,7500.44

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with information science/studies graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

$171,200/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

$140,910/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Software Developers

Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.

$131,450/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Database Architects

Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.

$123,100/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Data Warehousing Specialists

Design, model, or implement corporate data warehousing activities. Program and configure warehouses of database information and provide support to warehouse users.

$123,100/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Web and Digital Interface Designers

Design digital user interfaces or websites. Develop and test layouts, interfaces, functionality, and navigation menus to ensure compatibility and usability across browsers or devices. May use web framework applications as well as client-side code and processes. May evaluate web design following web and accessibility standards, and may analyze web use metrics and optimize websites for marketability and search engine ranking. May design and test interfaces that facilitate the human-computer interaction and maximize the usability of digital devices, websites, and software with a focus on aesthetics and design. May create graphics used in websites and manage website content and links.

$95,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Video Game Designers

Design core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.

$95,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Computer Occupations, All Other

All computer occupations not listed separately.

Web Administrators

Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.

Document Management Specialists

Implement and administer enterprise-wide document management systems and related procedures that allow organizations to capture, store, retrieve, share, and destroy electronic records and documents.

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Xavier University, approximately 14% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.