Biological and Physical Sciences

Master's degree · Rutgers University-Newark · Newark, NJ

CIP 30.01

$96,037Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$125,457Median earnings 4 years after
$142,232Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Biological and Physical Sciences at Rutgers University-Newark earn a median of $96,037 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,371 four years after graduating (middle half: $56,958–$120,882). Median debt is $41,000, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Biological and Physical Sciences (Master's degree) at other New Jersey schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick
$96,037$41,000
Rutgers University-Camden
Camden
$96,037$41,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Biological and Physical Sciences graduates from Rutgers University-Newark make?

The median salary is $96,037 one year after graduation and $142,232 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.