Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 85.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 85.2%
- Retention Rate
- 90.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $73,323
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,250
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 84.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $246/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $75,946 | $27,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $70,009 | $23,250 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $68,219 | |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,660 | $25,725 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $64,581 | $23,894 |
| Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education. | Certificate | $64,493 | |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $62,632 | $20,586 |
| Engineering Science. | Bachelor | $58,866 | |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $58,568 | $20,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $58,402 | $22,875 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $56,797 | $21,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $56,302 | $26,126 |
| Education, General. | Master | $55,693 | |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Master | $55,512 | |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $52,107 | $21,250 |
Outcomes Overview
TCNJ graduates earn a median of $73,323 within ten years, placing them well above the national average for public college graduates. The typical monthly loan payment of $246 represents just 4% of median earnings, making debt highly manageable. With a median debt load of $23,250, the debt-to-earnings ratio sits at a favorable 0.32. The college's strong liberal arts foundation feeds graduates into education, business, and healthcare sectors where TCNJ's reputation opens doors throughout New Jersey and the greater New York area. An impressive 95.9% employment rate reflects the practical value of a TCNJ degree. The financial return represents a strong investment for students seeking quality education without crushing debt.