Best Area Studies Schools in Ohio

Ohio has 9 colleges offering Area Studies programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 71 recent graduates. Graduates in Ohio earn $19,272 on average within two years — 38% below the national average of $31,124. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: Miami University-Oxford graduates earn $31,133 while Ohio University-Zanesville Campus graduates earn $16,169 — a $14,964 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in OH

$19,272

OH Avg. Earnings

$31,124

National Avg.

122

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Area Studies in Ohio

Public Schools (3)

$25,421

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$16,345

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Ohio produce comparable or higher early earnings for Area Studies graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Area Studies Schools in Ohio, Ranked by Earnings

Miami University-Oxford

Oxford, OH · Public

$31,133

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,022

Graduates: 47

Acceptance: 82.1%

Oberlin College

Oberlin, OH · Private

$16,345

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $19,436

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 33.0%

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus

Bowling Green, OH · Public

$28,960

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 80.6%

Ohio University-Eastern Campus

Saint Clairsville, OH ·

$16,169

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus

Chillicothe, OH ·

$16,169

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Ohio University-Southern Campus

Ironton, OH ·

$16,169

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Ohio University-Lancaster Campus

Lancaster, OH ·

$16,169

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Ohio University-Main Campus

Athens, OH · Public

$16,169

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 84.8%

Ohio University-Zanesville Campus

Zanesville, OH ·

$16,169

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Area Studies in Ohio?

Miami University-Oxford ranks #1 for Area Studies in Ohio with median graduate earnings of $31,133 within two years of graduation. There are 9 schools offering Area Studies programs in the state.

How much do Area Studies graduates earn in Ohio?

Area Studies graduates in Ohio earn an average of $19,272 within two years of graduation. This is 38% below the national average of $31,124 for this major.

What is the hardest Area Studies school to get into in Ohio?

Oberlin College is the most selective Area Studies program in Ohio with an acceptance rate of 33.0%. The average acceptance rate across Area Studies programs in the state is 70.1%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Area Studies in Ohio?

In Ohio, private Area Studies programs produce average earnings of $16,345 vs $25,421 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 1 private options in the state.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.