Compare 8 Chemistry. programs in New Jersey. Average earnings: $58,546.
With top graduates earning $73,289, Chemistry stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $15K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick's Chemistry program leads with graduates earning $73,289, while the average across New Jersey's 8 programs is $58,546. William Paterson University follows closely at $71,563, demonstrating how regional publics compete effectively in specialized fields regardless of overall institutional rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Rutgers graduates borrow $21,500 and face just a 5.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. William Paterson offers the best family value at 12.7% total burden, proving that top programs can also be affordable.
Highest program earnings: $73,289
Strong outcomes with 65% acceptance
5.8% payment burden | Excellent
12.7% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $73,289 | 30 | $21,500 | Excellent | $25,294 | Manageable | |
| #2 | $71,563 | 14 | $22,334 | Excellent | $20,000 | Manageable | |
| #3 | Rowan UniversityPublic | $70,580 | 30 | $20,500 | Excellent | $27,445 | Manageable |
| #4 | Stockton UniversityPublic | $62,504 | 14 | $20,500 | Excellent | $23,182 | Manageable |
| #5 | $55,389 | 15 | $22,000 | Good | $24,693 | Challenging | |
| #6 | Monmouth UniversityPrivate | $50,905 | 24 | $27,000 | Manageable | $49,390 | High |
| #7 | Kean UniversityPublic | $45,850 | 10 | $23,250 | Manageable | $22,000 | High |
| #8 | $38,289 | 18 | $23,250 | Challenging | $30,611 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
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