Ohio State University-Main Campus vs Kent State University at Kent: which has better ROI?
The verdict
Ohio State University-Main Campus has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $69,356 in 5.8 years versus not at all at Kent State University at Kent, on median earnings of $60,409 vs $45,388 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)
| Measure | Ohio State University-Main Campus | Kent State University at Kent |
|---|---|---|
| Net price / yr | $17,339 | $20,787 |
| Total net cost | $69,356 | $83,148 |
| Median earnings, 10 yrs | $60,409 | $45,388 |
| Median debt | $19,976 | $24,500 |
| Payback | 5.8 yrs | — |
| 20-year net return | $171,624 | $-142,588 |
College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.