Wright State University-Lake Campus
OH · Public · 100% graduation rate
ROI by Major
Debt and earnings data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI grades compare median student debt at graduation to earnings 1 and 5 years after completion, adjusted for NCES IPEDS graduation rates.
| Major | Median Debt | Year 1 Earnings | Year 5 Earnings | ROI Grade | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | $20K | $92K | $129K | A | STRONG BUY |
| Physical Sciences | $20K | $65K | $90K | B | BUY |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $23K | $65K | $89K | B | BUY |
| Business/Commerce | $23K | $65K | $89K | B | BUY |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $25K | $62K | $86K | B | BUY |
| Criminology | $23K | $58K | $78K | C | BUY |
| Psychology | $23K | $48K | $65K | C | CAUTION |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $23K | $45K | $60K | C | CAUTION |
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on your major. The highest-ROI major at Wright State University-Lake Campus earns a grade of A, with median debt of $20K and year-5 earnings of $129K. Compare debt-to-earnings ratios across majors before deciding.
Wright State University-Lake Campus has a 100% graduation rate. A higher graduation rate generally correlates with better student support and outcomes, which can impact your return on investment.
Median debt varies significantly by major at Wright State University-Lake Campus. For example, Mechanical Engineering graduates have median debt of $20K. Review the ROI by Major table above for a full breakdown.
The top-earning major is Mechanical Engineering with median year-5 earnings of $129K. We rank each major by its debt-to-earnings ROI score to help you compare options.
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ROI scores are calculated by comparing median debt at graduation to median earnings 1 and 5 years after completion, weighted by graduation rate. Grades range from A (strong return) to F (poor return).