Is Upstate Medical University worth it?
Upstate Medical University is a public, four-year institution in Syracuse, New York (midsize city). It awarded 452 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in medicine, family practice nurse and physical therapy.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$75,959
Median earnings 4 years after
$99,039
Median earnings 10 years after
$92,257
Completions (2024)
452
Students (undergrad)
159
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | First professional | $66,054 | $115,161 | 230 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $109,921 | $125,628 | 127 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Bachelor's | $72,045 | $86,543 | 93 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Master's | $116,774 | $142,670 | 72 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | First professional | $66,379 | $79,170 | 32 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | $63,447 | $88,981 | 23 |
| Public Health | Master's | $42,681 | $64,395 | 22 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $77,319 | $116,111 | 18 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | Doctoral | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences | Doctoral | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | Doctoral | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | Doctoral professional practice | 142 |
| Family Practice Nurse/Nursing | Master's | 44 |
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | Doctoral professional practice | 36 |
| Physician Associate/Assistant | Master's | 34 |
| Public Health, General | Master's | 25 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other | Bachelor's | 21 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 20 |
| Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing | Master's | 18 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | Master's | 15 |
| Perfusion Technology/Perfusionist | Master's | 11 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 70% | 4,402 |
| Educational Services | 14% | 865 |
| Public Administration | 8% | 504 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2% | 138 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 2% | 120 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 1% | 54 |
| Manufacturing | 1% | 47 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 1% | 36 |
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Sources: federal figures for Upstate Medical University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New York. Counts under 10 are not published.
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