Optometry

First professional degree · Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences · Boston, MA

CIP 51.17

$95,374Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$129,752Median earnings 4 years after

$127,012Median earnings 5 years after

$225,520Median federal debt

56Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Optometry at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences earn a median of $95,374 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 $225,520, about 236% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree$72,586
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Public HealthMaster's degree$69,004
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Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree$49,788
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and AdministrationBachelor's degree$47,882
Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical SystemsMaster's degree$34,264
Health/Medical Preparatory ProgramsBachelor's degree$30,439
Public HealthBachelor's degree—
Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyBachelor's degree—

Frequently asked questions

How much do Optometry graduates from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences make?

The median salary is $95,374 one year after graduation and $127,012 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $225,520.

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