Dentistry

First professional degree · Marquette University · Milwaukee, WI

CIP 51.04

$139,679Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$183,642Median earnings 4 years after

$195,870Median earnings 5 years after

$229,890Median federal debt

114Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Dentistry at Marquette University earn a median of $139,679 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 $229,890, about 165% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Dentistry graduates from Marquette University make?

The median salary is $139,679 one year after graduation and $195,870 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $229,890.

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