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Mathematics & Statistics Schools in New Jersey

388 Mathematics & Statistics students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, Mathematics & Statistics is the 11th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Statistics Majors in New Jersey

Mathematics & Statistics majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 310
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 43
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 43
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 43
Post-Master’s Certificate 35
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 35

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, a mathematics and statistics major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of mathematics and statistics majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 10.3%
  • Black or African American: 1.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.3%
  • White: 20.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 63.1%
  • Other Races: 3.6%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Statistics Grads in New Jersey

There are 49,820 people in the state and 1,734,280 people in the nation working in mathematics and statistics jobs.

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Wages for Mathematics & Statistics Jobs in New Jersey

In this state, mathematics and statistics grads earn an average of $100,500. Nationwide, they make an average of $92,600.

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There are 10 colleges in New Jersey that offer mathematics and statistics degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

150 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
7,257 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $82,237 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $37,211. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

125 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
50,411 Total Students

60% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $23,035. The average student takes 4.26 years to complete their degree at Rutgers New Brunswick.

#3

Princeton University

Princeton
54 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
7,853 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 62% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at Princeton.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
11,652 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,582. Most students complete their degree in 4.51 years. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
21,005 Total Students

The average student takes 4.39 years to complete their degree at Montclair State. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 82% of students receive it. The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
7,076 Total Students

The average student takes 4.59 years to complete their degree at Rutgers Camden. The student loan default rate of 2.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 48% are considered full time.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
7,479 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $12,069. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 31% are considered full time.

#8

Rowan University

Glassboro
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
19,678 Total Students

The average student takes 4.36 years to complete their degree at Rowan. A typical student attending Rowan will pay a net price of $27,158. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
13,231 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,996. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. In their early career, Rutgers Newark grads earn an average salary of $54,962.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,495 Total Students

In their early career, TESU grads earn an average salary of $55,659. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. The student loan default rate is 4.70% which is lower than average.

Mathematics & Statistics Careers in NJ

Some of the careers mathematics and statistics majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Mathematicians 38% $111,910
Statisticians 30% $112,180
Actuaries 20% $101,280
Natural Sciences Managers 9% $166,190
Mathematical Science Professors 9% $81,790
Financial Specialists 8% $77,080
Financial Analysts 6% $94,070
Survey Researchers 4% $69,620
High School Teachers 2% $74,700
Economists 0% $87,590
Biological Scientists 0% $81,880

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to mathematics and statistics.

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Engineering 1,714
Computer & Information Sciences 1,624
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 595
Physical Sciences 280
Engineering Technologies 260
Architecture/Urban Planning 85
Natural Resources & Conservation 36
Science Technologies 18

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