Dentistry

First professional degree · University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus · Pittsburgh, PA

CIP 51.04

$103,099Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$187,912Median earnings 4 years after
$189,847Median earnings 5 years after
$235,835Median federal debt
85Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Dentistry at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus earn a median of $103,099 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 $235,835, about 229% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Dentistry (First professional degree) at other Pennsylvania schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Erie
$138,744$356,049
Temple University
Philadelphia
$106,820$296,851

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Dentistry graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus make?

The median salary is $103,099 one year after graduation and $189,847 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $235,835.

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