Optometry

First professional degree · Indiana University-Bloomington · Bloomington, IN

CIP 51.17

$109,361Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$134,609Median earnings 4 years after

$128,199Median earnings 5 years after

$177,626Median federal debt

96Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Optometry at Indiana University-Bloomington earn a median of $109,361 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $131,525 four years after graduating (middle half: $100,524–$158,455). Median debt is $177,626, about 162% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Optometry graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington make?

The median salary is $109,361 one year after graduation and $128,199 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $177,626.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.