Medicine
First professional degree · Thomas Jefferson University · Philadelphia, PA
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University earn a median of $67,992 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $112,460 four years after graduating (middle half: $77,012–$214,525). Median debt is $181,998, about 268% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Medicine (First professional degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $71,367 | $109,430 |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $68,085 | $259,179 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh | $67,571 | $181,338 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $67,467 | $215,577 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $67,343 | $208,393 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Philadelphia | $63,717 | $279,923 |
| Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Erie | $63,605 | $240,729 |
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$82,918 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$79,707 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsDoctoral degree
$76,059 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$75,754 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$66,756 - Architectural Sciences and TechnologyMaster's degree
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$61,081 - Architectural Sciences and TechnologyBachelor's degree
$55,334 - Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyMaster's degree
$49,692 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsAssociate's degree
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$40,407 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesBachelor's degree
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$36,433
Frequently asked questions
How much do Medicine graduates from Thomas Jefferson University make?
The median salary is $67,992 one year after graduation and $130,532 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $181,998.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.