Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Master's degree · Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus · Madison, NJ
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus earn a median of $56,767 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,035 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,717–$77,712). Median debt is $37,523, about 66% of first-year earnings.
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Master's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck | $56,767 | $37,523 |
| Rutgers University-Newark Newark | $35,436 | — |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $35,436 | — |
| Rutgers University-Camden Camden | $35,436 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus make?
The median salary is $56,767 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $37,523.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.