Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 15.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 12.1%
- Retention Rate
- 64.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,581
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,056
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 52.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $223/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $50,970 | $14,625 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $36,852 | $13,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $30,771 | $12,750 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $24,615 | $19,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Ohio University-Chillicothe graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,056 and earn $35,900 within six years. Monthly loan payments of $223 consume about 7.5% of typical graduate income. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.59 sits below the national average of 0.7, indicating manageable debt levels. Nearly all graduates (97.1%) find employment after completing their programs. The regional campus serves working adults and career changers seeking practical skills in business, health sciences, and technical fields. Many graduates work locally in healthcare, manufacturing, and service industries throughout southern Ohio. Despite low graduation rates, those who complete their degrees see a reasonable return on investment.