Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How University of Kentucky 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 Kentucky | $62,460 | $88,457 | +42% |
| University of Pikeville | $61,506 | $224,145 | +264% |
| Lincoln Memorial University | $61,666 | $173,620 | +182% |
| Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences | $59,722 | $163,470 | +174% |
| University of Louisville | $61,929 | $107,255 | +73% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of KentuckyLexington | $13,212 | $62,460 | $88,457 | — | — |
 University of LouisvilleLouisville | $12,828 | $61,929 | $107,255 | — | — |
 University of PikevillePikeville | $24,150 | $61,506 | $224,145 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $65,766 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
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Anesthesiologists
Cardiologists
Dermatologists
Emergency Medicine Physicians
Family Medicine Physicians
General Internal Medicine Physicians
Neurologists
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Pediatricians, General
Physicians, Pathologists
Psychiatrists
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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 Kentucky, approximately 22% 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.