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Optometry professional's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Nova Southeastern UniversityFort Lauderdale | $37,080 | $97,611* | — | — | — |
 Salus UniversityElkins Park | — | $125,945* | $120,452 | — | — |
 University of PikevillePikeville | $24,150 | $120,196* | — | — | — |
 Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids | $13,630 | $113,016* | $106,390 | — | — |
 Indiana University-BloomingtonBloomington | $11,790 | $109,361* | $120,946 | — | — |
 Northeastern State UniversityTahlequah | $7,513 | $106,097* | $114,238 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $97,611* | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with optometry 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 Nova Southeastern University, approximately 37% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 17 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.