Physics at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
What traits are you looking for in a school for Physics, take a look at what Rutgers University-New Brunswick. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is located in New Brunswick, NJ.
During the most recent reporting year, 65 physics graduations were recorded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Online coursework is an option 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.
Physics Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Use these rankings to compare Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Physics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #6 of 6 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #19 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #31 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #157 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #206 of 257 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #6 of 6 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #19 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #31 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #157 of 259 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #206 of 257 |
Earnings for Physics Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Those who finish Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Physics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,245 |
| 3 years | $58,946 |
| 5 years | $87,968 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physics graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick is $26,974.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Physics graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Physics graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick are 25% women (16) and 75% men (49).
Physics Bachelor’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Of the 38 bachelor’s physics graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 24% were women (9) and 76% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Minority students account for 39% of Physics bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, above the national average of 30%.*
Physics Master’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Among the 8 master’s physics graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 12% were women (1) and 88% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 12% of Physics master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, below the national average of 21%.*
Physics Doctoral Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Among the 19 doctoral physics graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 32% were women (6) and 68% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Minority students account for 26% of Physics doctoral degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, above the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Physics Concentrations at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
The Physics program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Physics | 38 |
| Other Physics | 27 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Physics Graduates
Those who complete Physics program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Physics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Physicists | $111,776 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Physics Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,685 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
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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