Earnings Distribution
How University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania | $80,541 | $147,839 | +84% |
| Meharry Medical College | $75,873 | $143,404 | +89% |
| University of Mississippi | $102,974 | $134,181 | +30% |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | $134,367 | $133,259 | -1% |
| Nova Southeastern University | $110,451 | $114,794 | +4% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Dentistry doctoral's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia | $66,104 | $80,541 | $147,839 | — | — |
 Midwestern University-Downers GroveDowners Grove | — | $134,367 | $133,259 | — | — |
 University of New EnglandBiddeford | $42,550 | $119,565 | — | — | — |
 Nova Southeastern UniversityFort Lauderdale | $37,080 | $110,451 | $114,794 | — | — |
 Roseman University of Health SciencesHenderson | — | $106,977 | $105,404 | — | — |
 University of MississippiUniversity | $9,412 | $102,974 | $134,181 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $106,977 | — | — | — |
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 Pennsylvania, approximately 16% 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.