Special Education and Teaching
Master's degree · Rutgers University-New Brunswick · New Brunswick, NJ
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Rutgers University-New Brunswick earn a median of $64,297 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $64,397 four years after graduating (middle half: $52,390–$79,764). Median debt is $20,500, about 32% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Special Education and Teaching (Master's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Montclair State University Montclair | $69,017 | — |
| Bloomfield College of Montclair State University Bloomfield | $69,017 | — |
| Rowan University Glassboro | $66,244 | $24,176 |
| Kean University Union | $66,012 | $47,464 |
| New Jersey City University Jersey City | $65,141 | $33,271 |
| The College of New Jersey Ewing | $64,759 | $20,500 |
| Rider University Lawrenceville | $64,258 | — |
| Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah | $62,864 | $32,499 |
| Monmouth University West Long Branch | $62,696 | $27,381 |
| William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne | $62,115 | — |
| Seton Hall University South Orange | $61,598 | — |
| Saint Peter's University Jersey City | $59,785 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick make?
The median salary is $64,297 one year after graduation and $62,726 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.