Optometry at University of Pikeville

Professional degree graduates in optometry from University of Pikeville (UPIKE) earn a median of $115,287 one year after graduating.

Earnings after 1 year
$115,287
After 4 years
—
Median debt
$253,198
Graduates (2 yrs)
110

That is 3% above the national median of $111,862 for this degree. It ranks 6th of 16 colleges for first-year earnings in optometry (professional degree). Median debt is $253,198, about 220% of one year's earnings — roughly $3,081 a month on a 10-year repayment plan.

Optometry (Professional degree) at UPIKE vs. nationally

UPIKETypical college
Earnings after 1 year$115,287$111,862
Earnings after 4 years—$130,333
Median debt$253,198$179,169

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Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal financial aid, measured by the U.S. Department of Education from tax records. Debt is the median federal loan balance at graduation.

Other professional degree programs at UPIKE

ProgramEarnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Medicine$61,530$273,784

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Frequently asked questions

How much do UPIKE optometry graduates make?

Graduates with a professional degree in optometry from University of Pikeville earn a median of $115,287 one year after graduation.

How much debt do UPIKE optometry graduates have?

The median federal student loan debt for this program is $253,198, about $3,081 a month over 10 years.