Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Master's degree · Rutgers University-Newark · Newark, NJ
$35,436Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,664Median earnings 4 years after
$50,354Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
14Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Rutgers University-Newark earn a median of $35,436 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).
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Master's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison | $56,767 | $37,523 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck | $56,767 | $37,523 |
| 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 Rutgers University-Newark make?
The median salary is $35,436 one year after graduation and $50,354 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.