Best Value Criminology Colleges in Ohio

Wright State University's Lake Campus delivers Ohio's most affordable criminology education at just $12,603 net cost, while Ohio State's main campus graduates earn $37,808 annually with an 87.7% completion rate. The $11,000 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs reflects Ohio's mix of regional campuses and private institutions. With Cleveland Clinic employing security specialists and Ohio's growing healthcare sector requiring compliance officers, criminology graduates find opportunities beyond traditional law enforcement. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with seven programs under $17,000 net cost.

Programs

$12,603 – $23,585

Net Price Range

$34,163

Avg. Program Earnings

53.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

14 Criminology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Wright State University-Lake Campus Celina, Ohio	$12,603	$32,284	$7,504	42.5%	99.9%
2	Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus Mansfield, Ohio	$16,512	$37,808	$9,212	14.1%
3	University of Akron Main Campus Akron, Ohio	$14,981	$33,459	$12,799	48.2%	82.9%
4	Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, Ohio	$15,216	$32,284	$11,188	45.9%	95.2%
5	Cleveland State University Cleveland, Ohio	$16,065	$33,410	$12,613	48.9%	85.3%
6	Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, Ohio	$18,292	$37,808	$12,859	87.7%	52.7%
7	Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, Ohio	$16,135	$33,281	$36,650	54.7%	54.4%
8	Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, Ohio	$20,413	$34,206	$13,746	66.4%	86.5%
9	Capital University Columbus, Ohio	$23,585	$32,925	$41,788	65.5%	72.2%
10	Heidelberg University Tiffin, Ohio	$21,662		$33,628	49.8%	71.4%
11	Hiram College Hiram, Ohio	$20,088		$26,265	59.1%	93.1%
12	Ohio Dominican University Columbus, Ohio	$19,476		$34,370	47.9%	52.4%
13	Otterbein University Westerville, Ohio	$22,140		$34,899	68.9%	83.7%
14	Wittenberg University Springfield, Ohio	$19,470		$44,602	53.8%	93.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Wright State Lake Campus such an strong value for criminology?

The campus charges just $12,603 net cost while maintaining a 42.5% graduation rate and offering the same degree as Wright State's main campus. Students save over $2,600 compared to the main Dayton campus while accessing identical academic resources.

How do Ohio State's criminology earnings compare to program costs?

Ohio State graduates earn $37,808 annually, the highest among Ohio criminology programs, with relatively low student debt of $19,500. The 87.7% graduation rate means most students complete their degrees and enter the workforce with strong earning potential.

Is there a significant cost difference between public and private criminology programs?

Public programs average around $16,000 net cost while private institutions like Capital University charge $23,585. However, some private schools like Mount St. Joseph offer competitive rates at $16,135 with higher graduation rates than many public alternatives.

Where do criminology graduates find employment opportunities in Ohio?

Ohio's healthcare systems like Cleveland Clinic hire compliance officers and security specialists, while manufacturing companies including Honda require loss prevention experts. The state's mix of urban centers and industrial regions creates varied career paths beyond traditional policing roles.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.