Dentistry

Doctoral degree · Meharry Medical College · Nashville, TN

CIP 51.04

$75,873Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$177,433Median earnings 4 years after
$159,859Median earnings 5 years after
$339,933Median federal debt
—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Dentistry at Meharry Medical College earn a median of $75,873 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $166,240 four years after graduating (middle half: $98,293–$241,274). Median debt is $339,933, about 448% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Dentistry graduates from Meharry Medical College make?

The median salary is $75,873 one year after graduation and $159,859 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $339,933.

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