Physical Sciences at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, 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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Online & Distance Learning at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Distance learning is available at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Of 52,269 students, 3,953 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,737 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
These rankings give you a sense of how Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Physical Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #8 of 13 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #10 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 83 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #48 of 82 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #161 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #420 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #8 of 13 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #10 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 83 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #48 of 82 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #161 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #420 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Students who complete Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Physical Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $39,977 |
| 2 years | $41,441 |
| 3 years | $54,666 |
| 4 years | $73,289 |
| 5 years | $79,431 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Physical Sciences graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick earn a median of $73,289, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick stands at $25,514.
Best-Paid Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Physical Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
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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