Physical Sciences at Rutgers University-Newark
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, consider the program at Rutgers University-Newark. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rutgers University-Newark sits in Newark, NJ.
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Online Class Availability 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.
Physical Sciences Rankings at Rutgers University-Newark
Rankings can help you compare Rutgers University-Newark’s Physical Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #7 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 83 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #35 of 82 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 532 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #354 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #7 of 13 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from Rutgers University-Newark
Those who finish Rutgers University-Newark’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 | $43,147 |
| 2 years | $41,441 |
| 3 years | $51,030 |
| 4 years | $73,289 |
| 5 years | $79,431 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Physical Sciences graduates from Rutgers University-Newark report median earnings of $73,289, compared with $80,436 for all Rutgers University-Newark graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Physical Sciences graduates from Rutgers University-Newark stands at $25,018.
Top-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at Rutgers University-Newark go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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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