Cheapest Management Information Systems and Services Colleges in Ohio

Ohio University's regional campuses dominate the most affordable Management Information Systems programs in the state, with net costs ranging from just $4,503 at the Eastern Campus to $6,483 at Chillicothe. These satellite locations offer the same Ohio University degree at a fraction of typical costs, though graduation rates hover between 12% and 20%. The price gap becomes stark when comparing these options to Ohio State's main campus at $18,292 or private institutions like Wittenberg at $19,470. Cleveland State graduates earn a median $57,318, reflecting strong demand for MIS professionals in Ohio's tech-forward healthcare sector, where Cleveland Clinic leads digital transformation initiatives. Manufacturing giants like Honda also drive demand for information systems specialists who can optimize supply chains and production data. Students can leverage the Ohio College Opportunity Grant to further reduce costs at public institutions.

Programs

$4,503 – $32,342

Net Price Range

$54,361

Avg. Program Earnings

49.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

28 Management Information Systems and Services Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Ohio University-Eastern Campus Saint Clairsville, Ohio	$4,503	$6,178	20.0%
2	Ohio University-Southern Campus Ironton, Ohio	$5,328	$6,178	19.3%
3	Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Zanesville, Ohio	$5,971	$6,178	17.7%
4	Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lancaster, Ohio	$6,133	$6,178	13.7%
5	Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus Chillicothe, Ohio	$6,483	$6,178	12.1%
6	Wilberforce University Wilberforce, Ohio	$7,349	$14,776	16.0%	45.1%
7	Youngstown State University Youngstown, Ohio	$11,877	$10,791	52.9%	80.6%
8	University of Akron Main Campus Akron, Ohio	$14,981	$12,799	48.2%	82.9%
9	Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, Ohio	$15,216	$11,188	45.9%	95.2%
10	Shawnee State University Portsmouth, Ohio	$15,389	$9,622	43.0%
11	Cleveland State University Cleveland, Ohio	$16,065	$12,613	48.9%	85.3%
12	University of Toledo Toledo, Ohio	$17,460	$12,377	55.6%	92.2%
13	Ursuline College Pepper Pike, Ohio	$18,027	$37,860	53.2%	85.1%
14	Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, Ohio	$18,292	$12,859	87.7%	52.7%
15	Wittenberg University Springfield, Ohio	$19,470	$44,602	53.8%	93.9%
16	Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, Ohio	$20,413	$13,746	66.4%	86.5%
17	Notre Dame College Cleveland, Ohio	$20,477	$32,606	36.6%	78.5%
18	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, Ohio	$20,918	$14,081	62.8%	78.7%
19	Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, Ohio	$21,812	$35,524	63.6%	85.3%
20	Ashland University Ashland, Ohio	$21,994	$28,910	60.6%	71.8%
21	Otterbein University Westerville, Ohio	$22,140	$34,899	68.9%	83.7%
22	Franklin University Columbus, Ohio	$22,605	$9,577	30.3%
23	The University of Findlay Findlay, Ohio	$23,731	$39,646	62.6%	86.0%
24	Tiffin University Tiffin, Ohio	$23,758	$32,400	43.0%	82.8%
25	Cedarville University Cedarville, Ohio	$25,022	$36,078	74.3%	64.9%
26	Miami University-Oxford Oxford, Ohio	$27,662	$17,809	81.8%	87.9%
27	University of Dayton Dayton, Ohio	$31,236	$47,600	81.5%	74.1%
28	Xavier University Cincinnati, Ohio	$32,342	$48,125	70.5%	84.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost difference between Ohio University campuses and other state schools?

Ohio University's regional campuses operate with lower overhead costs and offer primarily associate degrees or early coursework before transfer. The Eastern Campus at $4,503 costs roughly one-third of Cleveland State's $16,065 net price. However, graduation rates at these regional campuses range from 12% to 20%, compared to 48% at Cleveland State and 87% at Ohio State's main campus.

How do earnings compare between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Graduates from higher-cost programs generally earn more, though not always proportionally. Shawnee State costs $15,389 but graduates earn just $29,685 median salary. Cleveland State at $16,065 produces graduates earning $57,318, while Ohio State graduates at $18,292 net cost earn $61,350. The earnings gap can exceed $30,000 annually between the lowest and highest-earning programs.

Is attending a regional campus worth the lower graduation rates?

Regional campuses work best for students planning to transfer after completing general education requirements at minimal cost. Ohio University's regional locations share the same median debt of $25,309 despite vastly different graduation rates. Students who complete programs at these campuses avoid accumulating debt at four-year institutions while exploring their academic interests affordably.

Does Ohio's job market justify higher program costs?

Ohio's healthcare and manufacturing sectors create strong demand for MIS professionals, particularly in Cleveland and Columbus metro areas. Cleveland Clinic and Ohio State Wexner Medical Center hire information systems specialists for health informatics roles. Honda's major Ohio operations require supply chain and production data analysts, supporting career prospects for graduates willing to invest in higher-cost programs with better placement records.

What role does the Ohio College Opportunity Grant play in affordability?

The grant helps reduce costs at public institutions, making already affordable options even cheaper. Students at Ohio's public universities can receive additional aid based on financial need. This particularly benefits those attending regional campuses where net costs under $7,000 can drop even further. The grant cannot be used at private institutions like Wilberforce or Wittenberg.

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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.