Compare 9 International Business. programs in Ohio. Average earnings: $52,766.
The highest-earning International Business program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $48K earnings gap across 9 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of Dayton's International Business program leads with graduates earning $74,631, well above the state average of $52,766. Ohio State follows at $69,493, while Ohio University rounds out the top three at $57,396—demonstrating that program quality varies significantly even among established institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Ohio State graduates borrow $19,976 and face just a 5.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. When parent loans are included, the best family value shifts as payment responsibilities change the affordability calculation.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of DaytonPrivate | $74,631 | 46 | $23,250 | Excellent | $43,810 | Challenging |
| #2 | $69,493 | 34 | $19,976 | Excellent | $25,868 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $57,396 | 18 | $21,056 | Good | $23,508 | Challenging | |
| #4 | Denison UniversityPrivate | $53,516 | 39 | $26,000 | Good | $45,521 | High |
| #5 | $53,265 | 10 | $23,250 | Good | $22,000 | Challenging | |
| #6 | $53,188 | 36 | $25,000 | Good | $25,947 | Challenging | |
| #7 | University Of ToledoPublic | $45,754 | 23 | $22,250 | Manageable | $19,243 | High |
| #8 | John Carroll UniversityPrivate | $41,295 | 9 | $26,000 | Challenging | $39,285 | High |
| #9 | $26,353 | 66 | $21,250 | High | $23,602 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →