Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How New Jersey Institute of Technology graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Institute of Technology | $89,700 | $88,839 | -1% |
| Manhattan University | $91,351 | $110,610 | +21% |
| Stanford University | $83,740 | $106,806 | +28% |
| University of Southern California | $91,025 | $106,620 | +17% |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $88,923 | $101,296 | +14% |
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Civil Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (4 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New Jersey Institute of TechnologyNewark | $19,022 | $89,700 | $88,839 | — | — |
 Stevens Institute of TechnologyHoboken | $60,952 | $82,744 | — | — | — |
 Rutgers University-New BrunswickNew Brunswick | $17,239 | $80,390 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $79,898 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with civil engineering graduates
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Petroleum Engineers
Environmental Engineers
Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers
Civil Engineers
Transportation Engineers
Water/Wastewater Engineers
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Engineers, All Other
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Mechatronics Engineers
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About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At New Jersey Institute of Technology, approximately 39% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.