Medicine
Doctoral degree · University of California-Riverside · Riverside, CA
$67,270Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$128,469Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$141,628Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Medicine at University of California-Riverside earn a median of $67,270 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $118,504 four years after graduating (middle half: $77,695–$219,037). Median debt is $141,628, about 211% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Medicine (Doctoral degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $67,163 | — |
| Samuel Merritt University Oakland | $67,061 | $244,534 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Medicine graduates from University of California-Riverside make?
The median salary is $67,270 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $141,628.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.