Dentistry

First professional degree · The University of Tennessee Health Science Center · Memphis, TN

CIP 51.04

$124,197Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$179,129Median earnings 4 years after

$162,936Median earnings 5 years after

$250,824Median federal debt

93Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the first professional degree program in Dentistry at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center earn a median of $124,197 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 $250,824, about 202% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Other programs at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral SciencesMaster's degree$216,085
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingFirst professional degree$122,642
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsMaster's degree$111,698
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and AdministrationFirst professional degree$89,655
Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesDoctoral degree$74,903
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsDoctoral degree$74,717
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree$70,619
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree$68,639
Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree$68,365
MedicineFirst professional degree$60,957
Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree$55,109
Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree$52,331
Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesBachelor's degree$19,480
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingDoctoral degree$136,674

Frequently asked questions

How much do Dentistry graduates from The University of Tennessee Health Science Center make?

The median salary is $124,197 one year after graduation and $162,936 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $250,824.

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