Dentistry at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans graduates compare to all programs nationally
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans graduates earn $131k, placing them in the 72th percentile of all dentistry professional 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 Louisiana
Dentistry professional's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans | $130,531 | $126,821 | — | — |
| National Median | $117,424 | — | — | — |
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 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans, approximately 22% 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.