Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences at Tufts University
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings Distribution
How Tufts University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Tufts University graduates earn $254k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all advanced/graduate dentistry and oral sciences grad-cert 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 Massachusetts
Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences grad-cert's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (3 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tufts University | $254,466 | $169,958 | — | — |
| Harvard University | $206,974 | $206,569 | — | — |
| National Median | $199,973 | — | — | — |
Other Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Cambridge | $59,076 | $206,974 | — |
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 Tufts University, approximately 12% 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.