Best Value Mathematics Colleges in New Jersey

New Jersey City University offers mathematics students the lowest net price at $11,732, though graduates earn $41,205 annually compared to Rutgers graduates who earn $55,693. This $14,000 salary gap reflects the different career trajectories available from these programs. The state's pharmaceutical giants like Johnson & Johnson and Merck actively recruit mathematicians for research roles, while proximity to Wall Street creates additional opportunities in quantitative finance. Public universities dominate the value market, with nine of the top ten spots going to state schools. Rutgers University-New Brunswick stands out with an 85% graduation rate, the highest among all programs, though its $23,519 net cost places it in the middle of the pack. Students considering private options face a significant cost jump, with Rider University at $25,287 representing the most affordable private choice.

Programs

$10,555 – $41,315

Net Price Range

$48,219

Avg. Program Earnings

65.6%

Avg. Graduation Rate

26 Mathematics Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Kean University Union, New Jersey	$12,168	$52,107	$13,426	43.4%	82.6%
2	New Jersey City University Jersey City, New Jersey	$11,732	$41,205	$13,971	38.7%	90.1%
3	Montclair State University Montclair, New Jersey	$14,159	$42,682	$14,766	64.3%	91.3%
4	Rutgers University-Camden Camden, New Jersey	$18,803	$55,693	$17,079	66.4%	76.5%
5	William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, New Jersey	$17,764	$52,420	$15,150	47.7%	91.5%
6	Rutgers University-Newark Newark, New Jersey	$19,407	$55,693	$16,586	67.6%	73.9%
7	Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, New Jersey	$23,519	$55,693	$17,239	85.0%	66.3%
8	Stockton University Galloway, New Jersey	$19,634	$45,500	$15,532	72.0%	85.5%
9	New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, New Jersey	$16,496	$36,141	$19,022	73.1%	66.0%
10	Rowan University Glassboro, New Jersey	$22,185	$48,432	$15,700	68.3%	76.9%
11	Rider University Lawrenceville, New Jersey	$25,287	$49,729	$38,900	63.3%	84.1%
12	The College of New Jersey Ewing, New Jersey	$25,458	$49,058	$18,685	85.2%	64.4%
13	Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, New Jersey	$20,360	$38,289	$15,978	71.9%	70.5%
14	Monmouth University West Long Branch, New Jersey	$31,650	$52,420	$44,850	70.3%	90.9%
15	Saint Elizabeth University Morristown, New Jersey	$17,949		$35,942	40.2%	71.9%
16	Seton Hall University South Orange, New Jersey	$28,921		$51,370	71.5%	75.1%
17	Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, New Jersey	$40,468		$60,952	89.9%	46.2%
18	Saint Peter's University Jersey City, New Jersey	$12,973		$41,054	63.1%	88.8%
19	Princeton University Princeton, New Jersey	$10,555		$59,710	97.1%	5.7%
20	Caldwell University Caldwell, New Jersey	$21,188		$39,450	58.7%	66.4%
21	Georgian Court University Lakewood, New Jersey	$20,218		$37,110	55.1%	75.8%
22	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison, New Jersey	$24,415		$35,822	72.3%	89.1%
23	Felician University Lodi, New Jersey	$41,315		$37,830	49.7%	89.2%
24	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, New Jersey	$15,266		$35,822	61.7%	84.1%
25	Drew University Madison, New Jersey	$25,644		$45,360	72.4%	72.7%
26	Centenary University Hackettstown, New Jersey	$19,037		$37,732	56.6%	96.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $14,000 earnings gap between the lowest and highest-paying programs?

Rutgers graduates earn $55,693 compared to NJIT graduates at $36,141, a difference largely tied to program reputation and employer connections. Rutgers has stronger ties to pharmaceutical research and Wall Street recruiting. The three Rutgers campuses all report identical $55,693 earnings figures. NJIT's lower earnings may reflect its focus on applied mathematics rather than research-oriented tracks.

How do public university costs compare across the state?

Net prices for public universities range from $11,732 at New Jersey City University to $25,458 at The College of New Jersey. Most state schools cluster between $12,000-$20,000 annually. The College of New Jersey commands premium pricing but delivers an 85.2% graduation rate. In-state tuition varies significantly, from $13,426 at Kean to $19,022 at NJIT.

Is the graduation rate premium worth paying higher costs?

Rutgers-New Brunswick and The College of New Jersey both achieve 85%+ graduation rates but cost $23,000-$25,000 annually. Compare this to New Jersey City University's 38.7% graduation rate at $11,732. The $13,000 cost difference translates to roughly $52,000 over four years. Students must weigh completion odds against debt load when making this decision.

Does attending Rutgers guarantee higher earnings regardless of campus?

All three Rutgers campuses report identical $55,693 earnings despite different admission selectivity and graduation rates. Newark has a 67.6% graduation rate with 73.94% acceptance, while New Brunswick graduates 85% but accepts only 66.29%. Camden falls between at 66.4% graduation and 76.52% acceptance. The consistent earnings suggest strong alumni networks across all locations.

Where do private universities fit in the value equation?

Private options start at $25,287 for Rider University, more than double most public school costs. Rider graduates earn $49,729, falling short of Rutgers earnings despite higher costs. Monmouth University charges $31,650 but matches some Rutgers programs with $52,420 earnings. Saint Elizabeth University offers the lowest private net price at $17,949 but lacks earnings data for comparison.

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