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Princeton University offers the most affordable Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies program in New Jersey at $10,555 net price, despite its $59,710 sticker price, creating an unusual cost advantage for this highly selective option. The state's 12 programs span from $10,555 to $31,650, with public universities like Montclair State at $14,159 providing accessible pathways into New Jersey's pharmaceutical and finance sectors. Rutgers campuses consistently produce graduates earning $35,060, reflecting strong connections to the state's major employers including Johnson & Johnson and Merck. Graduation rates vary dramatically from 31% to 97%, making program selection important for interdisciplinary students planning careers in New Jersey's varied economy.
12
Programs
$10,555 – $31,650
Net Price Range
$33,480
Avg. Program Earnings
65.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,159 $31,450 $14,766 64.3% 91.3%
2 $18,803 $35,060 $17,079 66.4% 76.5%
3 $19,407 $35,060 $16,586 67.6% 73.9%
4 $17,949 $30,771 $35,942 40.2% 71.9%
5 $23,519 $35,060 $17,239 85.0% 66.3%
6 $18,778 $30,680 31.1% 78.2%
7 $21,188 $39,450 58.7% 66.4%
8 $20,218 $37,110 55.1% 75.8%
9 $22,185 $15,700 68.3% 76.9%
10 $31,650 $44,850 70.3% 90.9%
11 $10,555 $59,710 97.1% 5.7%
12 $25,458 $18,685 85.2% 64.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Princeton's interdisciplinary program compare financially to other New Jersey options?

Princeton offers the lowest net price at $10,555 despite having the highest sticker price at $59,710. This creates a $4,000 advantage over the next most affordable option, Montclair State at $14,159.

What earning potential can graduates expect from Rutgers interdisciplinary programs?

All three Rutgers campuses report identical graduate earnings of $35,060, the highest among New Jersey's interdisciplinary programs. This represents a $4,290 premium over Saint Elizabeth University graduates who earn $30,771 annually.

Is there a significant graduation rate gap between public and private interdisciplinary programs?

Graduation rates range from 31% at Bloomfield College to 97% at Princeton University. Public universities like Rutgers-New Brunswick achieve 85% graduation rates while maintaining lower costs than most private alternatives.

How do acceptance rates vary across New Jersey's interdisciplinary programs?

Acceptance rates span from Princeton's highly selective 5.7% to Monmouth University's 90.92%. Most programs accept between 66% and 91% of applicants, providing multiple accessible entry points for interdisciplinary studies.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.