Dentistry at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
If you are interested in studying Dentistry, 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.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 130 dentistry degrees were granted at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
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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.
Dentistry Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Use these rankings to compare Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Dentistry program to other colleges that offer this major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #24 of 58 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #31 of 46 |
Earnings for Dentistry Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Students who complete Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Dentistry program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $73,836 |
| 2 years | $82,931 |
| 3 years | $117,987 |
| 4 years | $128,722 |
| 5 years | $147,256 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Dentistry graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick earn a median of $128,722, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 65% higher than the school-wide median.
More Specific Dentistry Concentrations at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Dentistry program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Dentistry | 130 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Dentistry Graduates
Students who finish Dentistry program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Dentistry majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Dentists, General | $157,602 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
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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