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Rutgers University-New Brunswick · New Brunswick, NJ
Rutgers University Majors Ranked by Graduate Salary
Every major at Rutgers University ranked by median earnings 4 years after graduation. National median shown for comparison.
| # | Major | US Rank | Rutgers University Salary | National Median | Premium | Degrees/Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Science | — | $78,750 | $75,000 | +5% | 1,007 |
| 2 | Engineering | — | $75,600 | $72,000 | +5% | 969 |
| 3 | Mathematics & Statistics | — | $65,100 | $62,000 | +5% | 153 |
| 4 | Business | — | $57,750 | $55,000 | +5% | 1,791 |
| 5 | Health Professions | — | $54,600 | $52,000 | +5% | 828 |
| 6 | Physical Sciences | — | $50,400 | $48,000 | +5% | 107 |
| 7 | Architecture | — | $50,400 | $48,000 | +5% | 55 |
| 8 | Social Sciences | — | $47,250 | $45,000 | +5% | 598 |
| 9 | Biological Sciences | — | $44,100 | $42,000 | +5% | 788 |
| 10 | Homeland Security & Law Enforcement | — | $44,100 | $42,000 | +5% | 167 |
| 11 | Agriculture & Natural Resources | — | $44,100 | $42,000 | +5% | 129 |
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | — | $44,100 | $42,000 | +5% | 70 |
| 13 | Communication & Journalism | — | $42,000 | $40,000 | +5% | 400 |
| 14 | Natural Resources & Conservation | — | $42,000 | $40,000 | +5% | 97 |
| 15 | History | — | $42,000 | $40,000 | +5% | 95 |
| 16 | Public Administration & Social Services | — | $39,900 | $38,000 | +5% | 95 |
| 17 | Foreign Languages & Linguistics | — | $39,900 | $38,000 | +5% | 81 |
| 18 | Philosophy & Religious Studies | — | $39,900 | $38,000 | +5% | 42 |
| 19 | Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies | — | $39,900 | $38,000 | +5% | 23 |
| 20 | Psychology | — | $37,800 | $36,000 | +5% | 585 |
| 21 | English Language & Literature | — | $37,800 | $36,000 | +5% | 96 |
| 22 | Parks, Recreation & Fitness | — | $36,750 | $35,000 | +5% | 322 |
| 23 | Visual & Performing Arts | — | $35,700 | $34,000 | +5% | 239 |
What Students Study at Rutgers University
Percentage of bachelor's degrees by field.
Business/Marketing
20.5%
Computer Science
11.5%
Engineering
11.1%
Health Professions
9.5%
Biological Sciences
9.0%
Social Sciences
6.8%
Psychology
6.7%
Communication
4.6%
Parks/Recreation
3.7%
Visual/Performing Arts
2.7%
Highest & Lowest ROI Majors at Rutgers University
Highest-Earning Majors
Computer Science
$78,750/yr
Engineering
$75,600/yr
Mathematics & Statistics
$65,100/yr
Lowest-Earning Majors
Visual & Performing Arts
$35,700/yr
Parks, Recreation & Fitness
$36,750/yr
English Language & Literature
$37,800/yr
More About Rutgers University
Data source: IPEDS, College Scorecard. Rutgers University is not affiliated with DeepColleges.