Biological and Physical Sciences at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Master's Degree
newbrunswick.rutgers.eduEarnings Distribution
How Rutgers University-New Brunswick 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $96,037 | $114,392 | +19% |
| Rutgers University-Camden | $96,037 | $114,392 | +19% |
| Rutgers University-Newark | $96,037 | $114,392 | +19% |
| Keck Graduate Institute | $68,706 | $104,776 | +52% |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs | $46,202 | $45,556 | -1% |
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Biological and Physical Sciences 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Rutgers University-New BrunswickNew Brunswick | $17,239 | $96,037 | $114,392 | — | — |
 Rutgers University-CamdenCamden | $17,079 | $96,037 | $114,392 | — | — |
 Rutgers University-NewarkNewark | $16,586 | $96,037 | $114,392 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $64,726 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with biological and physical sciences graduates
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
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-New Brunswick, approximately 27% 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.