Earnings Distribution
How Cornell University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | $100,161 | $98,790 | -1% |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $96,557 | $104,814 | +9% |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | $99,632 | $103,868 | +4% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cornell UniversityIthaca | $66,014 | $100,161 | $98,790 | — | — |
 Midwestern University-Downers GroveDowners Grove | — | $108,719 | — | — | — |
 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBlacksburg | $15,478 | $99,632 | $103,868 | — | — |
 University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignChampaign | $16,004 | $96,557 | $104,814 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $99,896 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with veterinary medicine graduates
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). At Cornell University, approximately 18% of students receive Pell grants. 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.