Dentistry
First professional degree · The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · Houston, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Dentistry at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston earn a median of $102,000 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 $168,997, about 166% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Dentistry (First professional degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio San Antonio | $129,599 | $192,648 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $119,770 | $170,918 |
Other programs at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
- Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral SciencesMaster's degree
$184,569 - Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral SciencesGraduate certificate
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$178,755 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$110,523 - Medical Illustration and InformaticsMaster's degree
$97,173 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$82,043 - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsMaster's degree
$73,181 - MedicineFirst professional degree
$66,107 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$62,618 - Public HealthMaster's degree
$60,515 - Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$59,360 - Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population BiologyMaster's degree
$55,480
Frequently asked questions
How much do Dentistry graduates from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston make?
The median salary is $102,000 one year after graduation and $129,360 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $168,997.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.