Economics at Rutgers University-Newark
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Rutgers University-Newark. Get started with the following essential facts.
Rutgers University-Newark is in Newark, NJ.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rutgers University-Newark
Many students take online classes at Rutgers University-Newark. Among 11,315 students, 1,183 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,905 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Rutgers University-Newark
These rankings give you a sense of how Rutgers University-Newark’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #6 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #33 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #50 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #220 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #260 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #6 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #33 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #50 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #220 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #260 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Rutgers University-Newark
Graduates of Rutgers University-Newark’s Economics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,765 |
| 2 years | $47,153 |
| 3 years | $62,119 |
| 4 years | $78,565 |
| 5 years | $87,743 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Rutgers University-Newark take home a median $78,565, compared with $80,436 for all Rutgers University-Newark graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Rutgers University-Newark comes in at $24,965.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Rutgers University-Newark
This Economics program at Rutgers University-Newark includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 33 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Rutgers University-Newark work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Economics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $124,518 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
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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