History at Rutgers University-Newark
What traits are you looking for in a school for History, consider the program at Rutgers University-Newark. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rutgers University-Newark is located in Newark, NJ.
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Studying Online at Rutgers University-Newark
Many students take online classes at Rutgers University-Newark. Of 11,315 students, 1,183 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,905 (26%) took at least some classes online.
History Rankings at Rutgers University-Newark
Use these rankings to compare Rutgers University-Newark’s History program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #7 of 15 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #7 of 15 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #44 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #50 of 114 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #211 of 618 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #369 of 615 |
Earnings for History Graduates from Rutgers University-Newark
Those who finish Rutgers University-Newark’s History program earn the following amounts (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? Four years after graduating, History graduates from Rutgers University-Newark earn a median of $49,001, compared with $80,436 for all Rutgers University-Newark graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for History graduates from Rutgers University-Newark is $21,728.
Best-Paid Careers for History Graduates
Those who complete History program at Rutgers University-Newark go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for History majors, 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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