Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Rutgers University-Camden

Rutgers-Camden's interdisciplinary studies program starts slow but builds momentum impressively—earnings jump 45% from $33,109 to nearly $48,000 by year four. That growth trajectory matters more than the modest starting salary, especially since the program ranks in the 60th percentile within New Jersey despite landing in just the 24th percentile nationally. The gap between state and national performance suggests this degree opens doors specifically in the regional job market, which makes sense for students planning to stay in the tri-state area.

The $26,250 debt load sits right at the national and state medians for this major, and the 0.79 debt-to-earnings ratio becomes manageable once graduates gain a few years of experience. By year four, that initial debt represents just over half a year's salary—a reasonable burden for a bachelor's degree from a Rutgers campus. The 44% Pell grant rate indicates this program serves many first-generation and lower-income students who need affordable pathways to middle-class earnings.

For families choosing between Rutgers campuses, Camden delivers identical first-year outcomes to New Brunswick and Newark at likely lower cost of living. The interdisciplinary approach may lack the immediate earning power of specialized degrees, but that 45% earnings growth shows graduates find their footing. If your child needs flexibility in their studies and plans to work in New Jersey, this is a solid value play.