History at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
If you plan to study History, take a look at what 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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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.
History Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
These rankings give you a sense of how Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s History program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 15 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #11 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 114 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #58 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #454 of 615 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 114 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #58 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #454 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Those who finish Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s History program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,148 |
| 2 years | $28,870 |
| 3 years | $39,378 |
| 4 years | $49,001 |
| 5 years | $58,981 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, History graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick take home a median $49,001, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for History graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick stands at $21,728.
Top-Paying Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for History graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Museum Technicians and Conservators | $96,273 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
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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