Best Economics Schools in Ohio

Ohio has 17 colleges offering Economics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 548 recent graduates. Graduates in Ohio earn $45,056 on average within two years — 7% below the national average of $48,479. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: Franklin University graduates earn $58,673 while Ohio University-Main Campus graduates earn $35,060 — a $23,613 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in OH

$45,056

OH Avg. Earnings

$48,479

National Avg.

413

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Economics in Ohio

Public Schools (8)

$42,106

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (8)

$46,305

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $4,199 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Economics Schools in Ohio, Ranked by Earnings

Franklin University

Columbus, OH ·

$58,673

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

John Carroll University

University Heights, OH · Private

$53,358

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 81.1%

Miami University-Oxford

Oxford, OH · Public

$52,607

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $55,827

Graduates: 53

Acceptance: 82.1%

Xavier University

Cincinnati, OH · Private

$52,107

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 87.7%

Kenyon College

Gambier, OH · Private

$50,856

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $50,959

Graduates: 37

Acceptance: 30.7%

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus

Bowling Green, OH · Public

$50,439

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $37,428

Graduates: 29

Acceptance: 80.6%

Denison University

Granville, OH · Private

$50,439

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $53,668

Graduates: 57

Acceptance: 16.9%

The College of Wooster

Wooster, OH · Private

$48,041

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,469

Graduates: 23

Acceptance: 54.3%

University of Akron Main Campus

Akron, OH · Public

Ohio State University-Main Campus

Columbus, OH · Public

$42,276

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $42,908

Graduates: 220

Acceptance: 50.8%

#11

Oberlin College

Oberlin, OH · Private

$41,205

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $57,721

Graduates: 30

Acceptance: 33.0%

#12

Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland, OH · Private

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $58,938

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 28.7%

#13

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Cincinnati, OH · Public

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $44,415

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 87.7%

#14

University of Toledo

Toledo, OH · Public

Cleveland State University

Cleveland, OH · Public

$37,208

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,873

Graduates: 21

Acceptance: 95.5%

#16

University of Dayton

Dayton, OH · Private

Ohio University-Main Campus

Athens, OH · Public

$35,060

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $34,370

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 84.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Economics in Ohio?

Franklin University ranks #1 for Economics in Ohio with median graduate earnings of $58,673 within two years of graduation. There are 17 schools offering Economics programs in the state.

How much do Economics graduates earn in Ohio?

Economics graduates in Ohio earn an average of $45,056 within two years of graduation. This is 7% below the national average of $48,479 for this major.

What is the hardest Economics school to get into in Ohio?

Denison University is the most selective Economics program in Ohio with an acceptance rate of 16.9%. The average acceptance rate across Economics programs in the state is 65.1%.

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

In Ohio, private Economics programs produce average earnings of $46,305 vs $42,106 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 8 public and 8 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Ohio

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,100 Chemical Engineering $68,150 Industrial Engineering $64,416 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,351 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $63,956 Computer Engineering $63,808 Computer Science $62,607 Construction Engineering Technologies $61,627

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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.