Psychology at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
If you are interested in studying Psychology, 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 is in New Brunswick, NJ.
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Online Class Availability at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Many students take online classes 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.
Psychology Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
These rankings give you a sense of how Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #3 of 28 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #20 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #42 of 270 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #145 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #152 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1006 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #3 of 28 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #20 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #42 of 270 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #145 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #152 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1006 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Those who finish Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,135 |
| 2 years | $26,955 |
| 3 years | $41,553 |
| 4 years | $62,906 |
| 5 years | $59,043 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick take home a median $62,906, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick stands at $25,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Psychology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| School Psychologists | $108,275 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
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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