by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Rutgers New Brunswick ranks among other schools offering degrees in geology.
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The bachelor's program at Rutgers New Brunswick was ranked #32 on College Factual's Best Schools for geology list. It is also ranked #1 in New Jersey.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 30 |
| Best Geological & Earth Sciences Schools | 32 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Rutgers University - New Brunswick handed out 4 bachelor's degrees in geological & earth sciences. This is a decrease of 50% over the previous year when 8 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 4 students received their master’s degree in geology from Rutgers New Brunswick. This makes it the #130 most popular school for geology master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 5 students received their doctoral degrees in geology in 2022, making the school the #51 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of geology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Rutgers New Brunswick is $47,045. This is higher than $39,685, which is the national median for all geology bachelor's degree recipients.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Rutgers New Brunswick was $1,054 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $441 per credit hour. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,674 | $32,436 |
| Fees | $3,565 | $3,565 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,391 | $1,391 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,715 | $14,715 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,372 | $4,372 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 4 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in geology from Rutgers New Brunswick. About 25% were men and 75% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rutgers University - New Brunswick with a bachelor's in geology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Rutgers New Brunswick does not offer an online option for its geology bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Rutgers New Brunswick Online Learning page.
Of the 9 geology students who graduated with a master's degree in 2021-2022 from Rutgers New Brunswick, about 56% were men and 44% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 67% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rutgers University - New Brunswick with a master's in geology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the geology majors at Rutgers University - New Brunswick.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 68 |
| Chemistry | 65 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 13 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 10 |
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