Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration at Appalachian College of Pharmacy
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Appalachian College of Pharmacy graduates compare to all programs nationally
Appalachian College of Pharmacy graduates earn $118k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, and administration doctoral programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (3 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian College of Pharmacy | $118,127 | $132,364 | — | — |
| Hampton University | $91,885 | $123,883 | — | — |
| National Median | $102,925 | — | — | — |
Other Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton University Hampton | $29,162 | $91,885 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.