Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Thomas Jefferson University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Thomas Jefferson University graduates earn $68k, placing them in the 76th percentile of all medicine 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 Pennsylvania
Medicine professional's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson University | $67,992 | $87,602 | — | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $71,367 | $93,245 | — | — |
| Drexel University | $68,085 | $100,391 | — | — |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | $67,571 | $97,172 | — | — |
| Temple University | $67,343 | $96,694 | — | — |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | $63,717 | $125,180 | — | — |
| National Median | $65,766 | — | — | — |
Other Medicine Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $71,367 | — |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $60,663 | $68,085 | — |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $21,524 | $67,571 | — |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $67,343 | — |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Philadelphia | — | $63,717 | — |
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 Thomas Jefferson University, approximately 34% 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.