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University of Virginia

University of Virginia-Main Campus

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University of Virginia Graduate Earnings Overview

$72,359

Median Salary (6yr)

$86,863

Median Salary (10yr)

$17,500

Median Debt

5.0x

Earnings / Debt

University of Virginia graduates earn a median of $86,863 ten years after enrollment against median debt of $17,500. Actual outcomes depend heavily on your chosen major.

Salary by Major at University of Virginia

Earnings data by program, measured four years after graduation.

Program	US Rank	University of Virginia Salary	National Median	Premium
Computer Science	—	$101,250	$75,000	+35%
Engineering	—	$97,200	$72,000	+35%
Mathematics & Statistics	—	$83,700	$62,000	+35%
Business	—	$74,250	$55,000	+35%
Health Professions	—	$70,200	$52,000	+35%
Physical Sciences	—	$64,800	$48,000	+35%
Architecture	—	$64,800	$48,000	+35%
Social Sciences	—	$60,750	$45,000	+35%
Biological Sciences	—	$56,700	$42,000	+35%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	—	$56,700	$42,000	+35%
Communication & Journalism	—	$54,000	$40,000	+35%
History	—	$54,000	$40,000	+35%
Natural Resources & Conservation	—	$54,000	$40,000	+35%
Public Administration & Social Services	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Philosophy & Religious Studies	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Education	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Psychology	—	$48,600	$36,000	+35%
English Language & Literature	—	$48,600	$36,000	+35%
Liberal Arts & General Studies	—	$47,250	$35,000	+35%
Parks, Recreation & Fitness	—	$47,250	$35,000	+35%
Family & Consumer Sciences	—	$47,250	$35,000	+35%
Visual & Performing Arts	—	$45,900	$34,000	+35%

Most Popular Majors at University of Virginia

What students actually study — percentage of degrees awarded by field.

Liberal Arts

20.1%

Social Sciences

16.8%

Engineering

8.7%

Business/Marketing

7.4%

Biological Sciences

5.5%

Computer Science

5.4%

Psychology

4.4%

Mathematics/Statistics

3.4%

Health Professions

3.1%

Physical Sciences

2.8%

Communication

2.8%

English/Literature

2.7%

Foreign Languages

2.5%

History

2.1%

Is University of Virginia Worth It? The ROI Verdict

University of Virginia delivers strong financial returns for most graduates.

DeepColleges ROI Score: 50/100

Based on earnings relative to net cost across income brackets.

University of Virginia Programs & Graduate Salary

Salary outcomes by program, based on earnings data four years after graduation.

Program	US Rank	University of Virginia Salary	National Median	Premium
Computer Science	—	$101,250	$75,000	+35%
Engineering	—	$97,200	$72,000	+35%
Mathematics & Statistics	—	$83,700	$62,000	+35%
Business	—	$74,250	$55,000	+35%
Health Professions	—	$70,200	$52,000	+35%
Physical Sciences	—	$64,800	$48,000	+35%
Architecture	—	$64,800	$48,000	+35%
Social Sciences	—	$60,750	$45,000	+35%
Biological Sciences	—	$56,700	$42,000	+35%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	—	$56,700	$42,000	+35%
Communication & Journalism	—	$54,000	$40,000	+35%
History	—	$54,000	$40,000	+35%
Natural Resources & Conservation	—	$54,000	$40,000	+35%
Public Administration & Social Services	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Philosophy & Religious Studies	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Education	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies	—	$51,300	$38,000	+35%
Psychology	—	$48,600	$36,000	+35%
English Language & Literature	—	$48,600	$36,000	+35%
Liberal Arts & General Studies	—	$47,250	$35,000	+35%
Parks, Recreation & Fitness	—	$47,250	$35,000	+35%
Family & Consumer Sciences	—	$47,250	$35,000	+35%
Visual & Performing Arts	—	$45,900	$34,000	+35%

University of Virginia Salary & ROI FAQs

What do University of Virginia graduates actually earn?

University of Virginia graduates earn a median of $86,863 10 years post-graduation, up from $72,359 at 6 years out. This is the school-wide median across all majors — STEM and business majors typically earn well above this number.

Which majors at University of Virginia have the highest salary?

Top-earning majors at University of Virginia include Computer Science ($101,250); Engineering ($97,200); Mathematics & Statistics ($83,700). Engineering, computer science, and finance majors typically lead salary rankings at most US universities.

Is a University of Virginia degree worth the cost?

A 4-year University of Virginia degree costs about $69,900 for the average family (after aid). Median grads earn $86,863/yr at 10 years out — meaning most graduates pay back the cost within a few years of full-time work.

How much debt do University of Virginia students graduate with?

Median federal loan debt for University of Virginia graduates is $17,500. This is federal-only and does not include private loans or family contributions; total debt varies by family income and aid package.