Solid graduate outcomes with earnings above the peer average.
What graduates earn 10 years after enrollment.
Annual salary at 10 years
Lower quartile earnings
Upper quartile earnings
How graduate earnings grow in the decade after enrollment.
Dartmouth graduates experience steady earnings growth from early to mid-career periods. Median earnings begin at $82,541 six years after enrollment, rise to $97,905 at eight years, and reach $97,434 at ten years, representing 18.0% growth from the six-year mark.
How outcomes compare to similar institutions.
Graduates from this institution significantly outperform peers — earnings are 54% higher than similar schools.
Financial justification for the investment.
Excellent affordability. Median debt of $17,500 is well under annual earnings, enabling comfortable repayment.
Dartmouth graduates manage debt levels that compare favorably to both national averages and peer institutions. Median student debt reaches $17,500, significantly below the peer median of $24,181—a difference of $6,681 that represents meaningful savings for graduates.
Dartmouth College achieves exceptional return on investment performance, ranking at the 98.0th percentile nationally—among the highest we track. This exceptional performance stems from the combination of high absolute earnings and controlled debt levels relative to peer institutions.
Approximately 23.0% of Dartmouth graduates continue to graduate or professional study, with medium confidence in this estimate based on program mix an...
Program mix explains much of the earnings story.
Computer Science drives exceptional outcomes with graduates earning $157,053, representing the highest-earning program and reflecting strong demand for technical talent. Algebra and Number Theory produces graduates earning $124,017, while Applied Economics graduates earn $118,120.
These quantitative programs significantly outperform liberal arts offerings, with Computer Science graduates earning nearly five times more than Biology graduates who earn $32,563. The substantial variation across programs—from $32,563 to $157,053—demonstrates how field selection significantly impacts career outcomes.
See which programs drive the strongest earnings and career trajectories
The earnings distribution at Dartmouth spans from $64,562 at the 25th percentile to $189,467 at the 75th percentile, creating a nearly 3:1 ratio that reflects diverse career paths and industry choices. Low-income graduates earn $109,000, ranking in the top 5% nationally and indicating exceptional mobility outcomes for students from modest backgrounds.
