Social Sciences at Rutgers University-Newark
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, take a look at what 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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Online & Distance Learning at Rutgers University-Newark
Distance learning is available at Rutgers University-Newark. Among 11,315 students, 1,183 (10%) studied exclusively online and 2,905 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Rutgers University-Newark
These rankings give you a sense of how Rutgers University-Newark’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #6 of 20 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #10 of 20 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #67 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #76 of 180 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #328 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #536 of 930 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #67 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #76 of 180 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #328 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #536 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Rutgers University-Newark
Graduates of Rutgers University-Newark’s Social Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,369 |
| 2 years | $37,199 |
| 3 years | $48,273 |
| 4 years | $60,676 |
| 5 years | $74,450 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Rutgers University-Newark report median earnings of $60,676, compared with $80,436 for all Rutgers University-Newark graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from Rutgers University-Newark stands at $25,077.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Rutgers University-Newark go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Social Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $124,518 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Data Scientists | $106,295 |
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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