Balance Your Education and Your Life at Colleges and Universities in Ohio

Ohio, which calls itself "the state of perfect balance," is proud of its economy built on innovative thinking and strength in manufacturing. Technology, energy, financial and professional services, and transportation and logistics, all figure prominently in Ohio's economy. The state offers a mix of big city metropolitan area as well as smaller communities.

Most of the highest paid careers in Ohio require an MD after your name, although chief executives are also near the top of the list. Management careers in a number of different industries also earn high wages in Ohio. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual wages for all occupations in Ohio in 2009 was $40,300.

The Perfect Education Balance at Schools in Ohio

If you're considering attending one of the online or campus schools in Ohio, here are a few good reasons it might be a good choice:

• Ohio is home to 23 Fortune 500 companies, which can provide you with internship and networking opportunities.
• 2010 ACCRA Q3 data show that Ohio has the 14th lowest cost of living in the nation.
• Ohio has committed significant funding to research support programs at a number of its colleges and universities.
• The state has also established a technology council to encourage Ohio research institutions to share information, enhance collaboration, and raise the visibility of technology throughout Ohio.

The Ohio Board of Regents website provides a list of state grants and scholarships and how to apply, virtual tours of many of schools in Ohio, and links to federal and institutional financial aid resources.