Compare 8 Writing, General. programs in Ohio. Average earnings: $34,002.
Writing, General programs produce graduates earning between $15,501 and $46,309—a $31K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 8 ranked programs in Ohio, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus leads with Writing graduates earning $46,309, well above the $34,002 state average. Miami University-Oxford follows at $45,228, while Bowling Green State delivers $43,991—proving that regional publics compete effectively in this field despite different admissions profiles.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Cincinnati graduates borrow $21,250 and face a 12.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. However, when parent loans are included, all top programs show high family burdens above 25%, requiring careful financial planning.
Highest program earnings: $46,309
Strong outcomes with 88% acceptance
12.3% payment burden | Manageable
28.0% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $46,309 | 47 | $21,250 | Manageable | $23,602 | High | |
| #2 | Miami University-OxfordPublic | $45,228 | 70 | $23,000 | Manageable | $34,512 | High |
| #3 | $43,991 | 112 | $25,000 | Manageable | $25,947 | High | |
| #4 | $38,515 | 40 | $24,000 | Challenging | $16,900 | High | |
| #5 | Denison UniversityPrivate | $36,408 | 18 | $26,000 | High | $45,521 | High |
| #6 | $23,399 | 21 | $21,056 | High | $23,508 | High | |
| #7 | Baldwin Wallace UniversityPrivate | $22,667 | 9 | $27,000 | High | $31,484 | High |
| #8 | Oberlin CollegePrivate | $15,501 | 28 | $26,000 | High | $45,976 | 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 →
