Engineering at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
If you are interested in studying Engineering, 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 sits in New Brunswick, NJ.
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Online Class Availability at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Distance learning is available at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Among 52,269 students, 3,953 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,737 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Use these rankings to compare Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 17 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #15 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #26 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #82 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #107 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #519 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 17 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #15 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #26 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #82 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #107 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #519 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Graduates of Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,082 |
| 2 years | $62,155 |
| 3 years | $80,855 |
| 4 years | $95,888 |
| 5 years | $100,737 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick take home a median $95,888, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 23% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick is $25,243.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $138,303 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Chemical Engineers | $130,903 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers | $122,967 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Transportation Engineers | $120,210 |
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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