Earnings Distribution
How University of Iowa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | $138,670 | $154,592 | +11% |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $140,452 | $164,107 | +17% |
| University of Florida | $132,958 | $163,296 | +23% |
| East Carolina University | $125,260 | $162,247 | +30% |
| Marquette University | $139,679 | $162,153 | +16% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Dentistry professional's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of IowaIowa City | $10,964 | $138,670 | $154,592 | — | — |
 Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleEdwardsville | $12,922 | $154,408 | $158,619 | — | — |
 Oregon Health & Science UniversityPortland | — | $151,772 | $152,826 | — | — |
 Augusta UniversityAugusta | $8,122 | $145,581 | $141,404 | — | — |
 A T Still University of Health SciencesKirksville | — | $142,550 | $139,092 | — | — |
 University of Minnesota-Twin CitiesMinneapolis | $16,488 | $140,452 | $164,107 | — | — |
| 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 University of Iowa, approximately 18% 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.