Dentistry at Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Doctoral Degree
Nova Southeastern University graduates in dentistry earn 6% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 259% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Nova Southeastern University Compares for Dentistry
All 5 colleges reporting dentistry earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meharry Medical College Nashville, TN | $177,433 | $193,826 | #1 | $75,873 |
| 2 | Midwestern University-Downers Grove Downers Grove, IL | $174,977 | $171,914 | #3 | $134,367 |
| 3 | University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | $173,344 | $176,292 | #2 | $80,541 |
| 4 | Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL | $156,942 | $167,045 | #4 | $110,451 |
| 5 | Roseman University of Health Sciences Henderson, NV | $137,246 | $142,446 | #5 | $106,977 |
Other Majors at Nova Southeastern University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | $131,167 | $101,636 | #40 of 45 |
| Medicine | $130,217 | $61,451 | #6 of 28 |
| Optometry | $130,197 | $88,293 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | — | $124,046 | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | $114,954 | $105,792 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $109,172 | $90,969 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | $99,428 | $63,861 | #55 of 93 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | $96,694 | $84,181 | #5 of 25 |
| Education | $81,299 | $72,724 | #30 of 36 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | $80,533 | $73,033 | #118 of 177 |
| Dispute Resolution | $66,910 | $84,585 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $62,583 | $64,191 | #4 of 5 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $55,151 | — | #9 of 9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Nova Southeastern University dentistry graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $110,451 one year after graduating and $156,942 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Nova Southeastern University rank for dentistry?
Among 5 colleges reporting earnings for dentistry graduates, Nova Southeastern University ranks #4 by median pay four years after graduation, and #4 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is dentistry at Nova Southeastern University worth it?
Its graduates earn 6% less than the national median for dentistry ($166,240), and the median federal debt at graduation is $406,377.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.