Dentistry

First professional degree · Ohio State University-Main Campus · Columbus, OH

CIP 51.04

$130,546Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$198,071Median earnings 4 years after

$171,323Median earnings 5 years after

$207,650Median federal debt

120Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Dentistry at Ohio State University-Main Campus earn a median of $130,546 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $170,812 four years after graduating (middle half: $110,187–$239,976). Median debt is $207,650, about 159% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Dentistry (First professional degree) at other Ohio schools

College	Earnings (1 yr)	Median debt
Case Western Reserve University Cleveland	$92,420	$360,396

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Dentistry graduates from Ohio State University-Main Campus make?

The median salary is $130,546 one year after graduation and $171,323 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $207,650.

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