Program Analysis
Ohio University-Main Campus's Social Work program produces graduates earning $37,990/yr — within striking distance of the $36,554 national average for this field.
At 9.1x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.
AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 4% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $20,000 debt-to-$37,990 income ratio translates to about 6 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #179 out of 338 programs, Ohio University-Main Campus's financial outcomes for Social Work trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $37,990 to $48,309 shows 27% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.