Optometry

First professional degree · University of Missouri-St Louis · Saint Louis, MO

CIP 51.17

$97,440Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$138,537Median earnings 4 years after

$123,036Median earnings 5 years after

$167,750Median federal debt

44Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Optometry at University of Missouri-St Louis earn a median of $97,440 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 $167,750, about 172% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Optometry graduates from University of Missouri-St Louis make?

The median salary is $97,440 one year after graduation and $123,036 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $167,750.

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