Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 22%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Miami University-Hamilton, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 42% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 62nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Miami University-Hamilton
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $66,030 | $94,001 | +2% | #156 of 459 | #128 | $25,000 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $69,483 | $89,862 | +12% | #3 of 34 | #2 | $18,750 |
| Marketing | $59,043 | $86,919 | +25% | #38 of 516 | #17 | $22,000 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | $50,938 | $82,411 | +63% | #4 of 158 | #2 | $23,681 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | $50,700 | $79,710 | +25% | #12 of 178 | #5 | $23,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $71,404 | $77,451 | -13% | #829 of 966 | #730 | $24,807 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | $34,923 | $72,484 | +17% | #9 of 48 | #8 | $23,250 |
| Biology | $38,122 | $72,037 | +26% | #70 of 841 | #28 | $25,000 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | $47,731 | $67,193 | +10% | #26 of 67 | #21 | $21,998 |
| Sustainability Studies | $37,223 | $59,660 | +3% | #9 of 17 | #5 | $22,370 |
| Psychology | $36,190 | $58,255 | +15% | #131 of 1027 | #64 | $23,250 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $36,612 | $57,868 | +4% | #215 of 660 | #114 | $19,500 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $34,959 | $55,919 | -1% | #272 of 660 | #164 | $19,750 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $40,556 | $51,919 | -2% | #251 of 476 | #178 | $28,489 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $34,708 | $46,632 | -15% | #239 of 265 | #202 | $25,500 |
| English Language and Literature | $27,356 | $46,269 | -5% | #372 of 576 | #277 | $27,000 |
| Security Science and Technology | $43,918 | — | — | — | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Miami University-Hamilton Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $377,032
- Avg rent near campus: $2,015/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45015 (6.1% cap, Hamilton)
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🏆 Where Miami University-Hamilton Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,210 | $17,466 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $10,211 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $10,612 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $13,467 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $15,436 |
| $110,001+ | $15,997 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Miami University-Hamilton's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
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- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology