Dentistry at University at Buffalo
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University at Buffalo graduates compare to all programs nationally
University at Buffalo graduates earn $82k, placing them in the 13th 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 New York
Dentistry professional's programs at peer institutions in New York (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University at Buffalo | $82,420 | $123,431 | — | — |
| Touro University | $79,577 | — | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $77,654 | $120,877 | — | — |
| Stony Brook University | $74,680 | $149,944 | — | — |
| National Median | $117,424 | — | — | — |
Other Dentistry Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Touro University New York | $21,810 | $79,577 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $77,654 | — |
| Stony Brook University Stony Brook | $10,560 | $74,680 | — |
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 University at Buffalo, approximately 32% 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.