Optometry: doctoral degree earnings by college
Median earnings of optometry graduates (doctoral degree) one year after graduation, at 5 colleges. National median: $115,787, rising to $136,799 after four years.
| # | College | State | Earnings after 1 yr | After 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midwestern University-Downers Grove | IL | $125,364 | $142,092 | $281,271 |
| 2 | Pacific University | OR | $125,292 | $136,799 | $245,638 |
| 3 | Drexel University | PA | $115,787 | — | $228,565 |
| 4 | Southern College of Optometry | TN | $113,330 | $133,907 | $118,728 |
| 5 | Nova Southeastern University | FL | $111,380 | $130,197 | $223,177 |
Earnings are median annual earnings of graduates who received federal financial aid, measured by the U.S. Department of Education. Colleges with too few graduates are not shown.
Frequently asked questions
How much do optometry graduates earn?
The median college reports $115,787 in earnings one year after a doctoral degree in optometry and $136,799 four years after. The highest is $125,364 at Midwestern University-Downers Grove.
How much student debt do optometry graduates have?
The median federal loan debt for this degree is about $228,565 at the typical college.