Median Earnings (1yr)
$68,141
95th percentile (80th in NJ)
Median Debt
$22,770
9% below national median
Debt-to-Earnings
0.33
Manageable
Sample Size
481
Adequate data

Analysis

Rutgers Camden's accounting program produces exceptional graduates who significantly outperform their peers both nationally and within New Jersey. With first-year earnings of $68,141, graduates earn 27% more than the national accounting median and 27% more than the typical New Jersey accounting graduate. This places the program in the 95th percentile nationally and 80th percentile statewide—remarkable performance that puts it alongside Rutgers' flagship campuses and prestigious private schools like Seton Hall.

The financial fundamentals are solid across the board. At $22,770, student debt runs about $2,000 below both national and state mediums for accounting programs, while the 0.33 debt-to-earnings ratio indicates very manageable loan payments. Earnings growth of 16% over four years shows graduates building valuable career momentum, reaching nearly $79,000 by their fourth year out.

What makes this particularly compelling is the combination of strong outcomes with accessible admission standards—a 78% acceptance rate means qualified students have a realistic path to these impressive results. For parents weighing accounting programs, Rutgers Camden delivers elite-level career outcomes at a reasonable debt load, making it one of New Jersey's best values in business education.

Where Rutgers University-Camden Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all accounting bachelors's programs nationally

Rutgers University-CamdenOther accounting programs

Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.

Earnings Distribution

How Rutgers University-Camden graduates compare to all programs nationally

Rutgers University-Camden graduates earn $68k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all accounting bachelors programs nationally.

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.

Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey

Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (23 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Rutgers University-Camden$68,141$78,766$22,7700.33
The College of New Jersey$74,403$85,225$22,5000.30
Seton Hall University$69,411$87,039$25,0000.36
Rutgers University-Newark$68,141$78,766$22,7700.33
Rutgers University-New Brunswick$68,141$78,766$22,7700.33
Ramapo College of New Jersey$66,615$78,346$25,0000.38
National Median$53,694—$25,0000.47

Other Accounting Programs in New Jersey

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
The College of New Jersey
Ewing
$18,685$74,403$22,500
Seton Hall University
South Orange
$51,370$69,411$25,000
Rutgers University-Newark
Newark
$16,586$68,141$22,770
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick
$17,239$68,141$22,770
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah
$15,978$66,615$25,000

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 Rutgers University-Camden, approximately 44% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 481 graduates with reported earnings and 479 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.