Optometry at University of Missouri-St Louis
If you plan to study Optometry, take a look at what University of Missouri-St Louis. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Missouri-St Louis is in Saint Louis, MO.
During the most recent reporting year, 41 optometry degrees were granted at University of Missouri-St Louis.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Missouri-St Louis
Distance learning is available at University of Missouri-St Louis. Of 14,736 students, 2,564 (17%) studied exclusively online and 3,499 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Optometry Rankings at University of Missouri-St Louis
Use these rankings to compare University of Missouri-St Louis’s Optometry program against other schools offering the same major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 13 |
Earnings for Optometry Graduates from University of Missouri-St Louis
Those who finish University of Missouri-St Louis’s Optometry program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $88,537 |
| 2 years | $95,376 |
| 3 years | $107,901 |
| 4 years | $115,402 |
| 5 years | $123,036 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Optometry graduates from University of Missouri-St Louis earn a median of $115,402, compared with $60,590 for all University of Missouri-St Louis graduates — about 90% higher than the school-wide median.
More Specific Optometry Concentrations at University of Missouri-St Louis
This Optometry program at University of Missouri-St Louis breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Optometry | 41 |
Top-Paying Careers for Optometry Graduates
Those who complete Optometry program at University of Missouri-St Louis pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Optometry graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Optometrists | $116,847 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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