Earnings Distribution
How Temple 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple University | $106,820 | $135,481 | +27% |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $140,452 | $164,107 | +17% |
| University of Florida | $132,958 | $163,296 | +23% |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | $103,099 | $142,597 | +38% |
| Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine | $138,744 | $142,230 | +3% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Dentistry professional's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (4 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Temple UniversityPhiladelphia | $22,082 | $106,820 | $135,481 | — | — |
 Lake Erie College of Osteopathic MedicineErie | — | $138,744 | $142,230 | — | — |
 University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh CampusPittsburgh | $21,524 | $103,099 | $142,597 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $117,424 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with dentistry 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 Temple University, approximately 30% 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.