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Dentistry at Boston University

Dentistry at Boston University

If you are interested in studying Dentistry, take a look at what Boston University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.

Boston University is in Boston, MA.

In the most recent year for which we have data, 214 dentistry graduations were recorded at Boston University.

Online & Distance Learning at Boston University

Distance learning is available at Boston University. Among 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.

Dentistry Rankings at Boston University

Rankings can help you compare Boston University’s Dentistry program to other colleges that offer this major.

Doctoral-Level Rankings

Ranking Scope Rank
Best Schools (Quality) Massachusetts #1 of 3
Best Schools (Quality) New England (Region) #1 of 5
Best Value Massachusetts #2 of 3
Best Value New England (Region) #3 of 5
Best Schools (Quality) Nationwide #4 of 58
Best Value Nationwide #33 of 46

Earnings for Dentistry Graduates from Boston University

Graduates of Boston University’s Dentistry program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):

Median earnings by years after graduation for Dentistry at Boston University
Years After Graduation Median Earnings
1 year $115,398
2 years $125,611
3 years $147,490
4 years $140,737
5 years $162,482

How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Dentistry graduates from Boston University earn a median of $140,737, compared with $86,455 for all Boston University graduates — about 63% higher than the school-wide median.

Dentistry earnings compared with all majors at Boston University

More Specific Dentistry Concentrations at Boston University

The Dentistry program at Boston University offers more specialized concentrations:

Concentration Graduates
Dentistry 214

Highest-Paying Careers for Dentistry Graduates

Students who finish Dentistry program at Boston University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Dentistry graduates, ordered by median annual salary:

Occupation Nationwide Median Wage
Dentists, General $157,602
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary $46,663

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