Information Science/Studies at Xavier University

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.