Veterinary Medicine

Doctoral degree · Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University · Blacksburg, VA

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$99,632Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$121,447Median earnings 5 years after
$170,773Median federal debt
—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University earn a median of $99,632 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $139,914 four years after graduating (middle half: $104,365–$186,754). Median debt is $170,773, about 171% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Veterinary Medicine graduates from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University make?

The median salary is $99,632 one year after graduation and $121,447 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $170,773.

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