Business programs in New Jersey produce graduates with median earnings of $65,118, ranging from $45,791 to $100,049—demonstrating how program selection directly impacts career earnings. Across 25 programs, graduates earn $8,370 higher than the national average, with the state's mix of 48% public universities and 52% private colleges offering diverse pathways to management careers.
Leading the list is Stevens Institute Of Technology, achieving the highest program earnings at $100,049. The College Of New Jersey follows with $82,140 earnings, while Rutgers University-Newark rounds out the top three at $79,725. These top-performing business degree programs demonstrate strong graduate outcomes that reflect New Jersey's proximity to major financial and corporate centers.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #21 | Kean UniversityPublic | Union, NJ | $66,099 Median Business Earnings | $7,374 | 75.9% | 46.6% |
| #22 | Jersey City, NJ | $63,522 Median Business Earnings | $14,005 | 98.4% | 33.9% | |
| #23 | Georgian Court UniversityPrivate | Lakewood, NJ | $63,301 Median Business Earnings | $12,683 | 78.8% | 53.6% |
| #24 | Stockton UniversityPublic | Galloway, NJ | $62,757 Median Business Earnings | $15,135 | 88.9% | 68.5% |
| #25 | Felician UniversityPrivate | Lodi, NJ | $62,282 Median Business Earnings | $39,626 | — | 47.2% |
| #26 | Pillar CollegePrivate | Newark, NJ | $61,165 Median Business Earnings | $15,139 | — | 38.5% |
| #27 | Saint Peter's UniversityPrivate | Jersey City, NJ | $60,596 Median Business Earnings | $10,783 | 90.3% | 58.3% |
| #28 | Saint Elizabeth UniversityPrivate | Morristown, NJ | $46,247 Median Business Earnings | $20,379 | 71.0% | 51.1% |
