Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Where Rutgers University-New Brunswick Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all dance bachelors's 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 | — | $20,407 | — |
| Muhlenberg College | $26,415 | $50,178 | +90% |
| Texas State University | $38,967 | $49,264 | +26% |
| Rider University | $24,515 | $28,986 | +18% |
| Montclair State University | $23,191 | $19,128 | -18% |
Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey
Dance bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (7 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 | $21,879* | $20,407 | $26,879 | — |
 Rider UniversityLawrenceville | $38,900 | $24,515* | $28,986 | — | — |
 Montclair State UniversityMontclair | $14,766 | $23,191* | $19,128 | $27,000 | 1.16 |
| National Median | — | $21,878* | — | $25,000 | 1.14 |
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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 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 62 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.