Agriculture at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
What traits are you looking for in a school for Agriculture, consider the program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is in New Brunswick, NJ.
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Studying Online at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Many students take online classes at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Of 52,269 students, 3,953 (8%) studied exclusively online and 21,737 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Agriculture Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Use these rankings to compare Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Agriculture program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 46 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #36 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #142 of 521 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #447 of 523 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #4 of 4 |
Earnings for Agriculture Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Graduates of Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Agriculture program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,522 |
| 2 years | $20,687 |
| 4 years | $36,143 |
| 5 years | $50,002 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Agriculture graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick report median earnings of $36,143, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 54% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Agriculture graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick comes in at $23,350.
Best-Paid Careers for Agriculture Graduates
Those who complete Agriculture program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Agriculture graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products | $109,813 |
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,398 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
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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