Dentistry

First professional degree · Oregon Health & Science University · Portland, OR

CIP 51.04

$151,772Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$176,188Median earnings 4 years after

$178,773Median earnings 5 years after

$312,308Median federal debt

74Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Dentistry at Oregon Health & Science University earn a median of $151,772 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 $312,308, about 206% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Other programs at Oregon Health & Science University

Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical StudiesMaster's degree$332,843
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingFirst professional degree$128,215
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Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree$112,548
Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree$97,120
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MedicineFirst professional degree$68,220
Public HealthMaster's degree$61,670
Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral SciencesGraduate certificate$154,082
Health and Medical Administrative ServicesGraduate certificate$112,482
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition ServicesGraduate certificate$77,291
Health Professions Education, Ethics, and HumanitiesMaster's degree$114,375

Frequently asked questions

How much do Dentistry graduates from Oregon Health & Science University make?

The median salary is $151,772 one year after graduation and $178,773 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $312,308.

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