Accounting at Rutgers University-Newark
If you plan to study Accounting, consider the program at Rutgers University-Newark. Get started with the following essential facts.
Rutgers University-Newark is in Newark, NJ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 223 accounting degrees were granted at Rutgers University-Newark.
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Online & Distance Learning 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.
Accounting Rankings at Rutgers University-Newark
Rankings can help you compare Rutgers University-Newark’s Accounting program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #3 of 22 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #13 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 188 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #55 of 1,145 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #86 of 187 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #739 of 1,141 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #3 of 22 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #13 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 188 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #55 of 1,145 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #86 of 187 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #739 of 1,141 |
Earnings for Accounting Graduates from Rutgers University-Newark
Those who finish Rutgers University-Newark’s Accounting program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,373 |
| 2 years | $63,035 |
| 3 years | $74,763 |
| 4 years | $83,909 |
| 5 years | $94,877 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Accounting graduates from Rutgers University-Newark take home a median $83,909, compared with $80,436 for all Rutgers University-Newark graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Accounting graduates from Rutgers University-Newark stands at $22,770.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Accounting graduates at Rutgers University-Newark, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Accounting graduates at Rutgers University-Newark are 48% women (106) and 52% men (117).
Accounting Bachelor’s Program at Rutgers University-Newark
Of the 116 bachelor’s accounting degrees awarded at Rutgers University-Newark, 47% were women (54) and 53% were men (62).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-Newark.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 44 |
| Black / African American | 23 |
| Asian | 29 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 84% of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-Newark, above the national average of 35%.*
Accounting Master’s Program at Rutgers University-Newark
Among the 107 master’s accounting graduates at Rutgers University-Newark, 49% were women (52) and 51% were men (55).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-Newark.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 21 |
| Black / African American | 15 |
| Asian | 19 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 54% of Accounting master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-Newark, above the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Accounting Concentrations at Rutgers University-Newark
This Accounting program at Rutgers University-Newark breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Accounting | 223 |
Best-Paid Careers for Accounting Graduates
Students who finish Accounting program at Rutgers University-Newark work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Accounting graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Treasurers and Controllers | $162,461 |
| Investment Fund Managers | $157,819 |
| Financial Risk Specialists | $127,364 |
| Appraisers of Personal and Business Property | $118,242 |
| Financial Examiners | $117,139 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $82,666 |
| Budget Analysts | $80,859 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $79,222 |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $77,212 |
| Financial Managers | $75,665 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.