Best Economics Schools in New Jersey

New Jersey has 13 colleges offering Economics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 1,733 recent graduates. Graduates earn $49,254 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $48,383.

School choice matters significantly: Princeton University graduates earn $103,078 while Stockton University graduates earn $43,426 — a $59,652 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in NJ

$49,254

NJ Avg. Earnings

$48,383

National Avg.

449

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Economics in New Jersey

Public Schools (10)

$43,674

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (3)

$67,854

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $24,180 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Economics Schools in New Jersey, Ranked by Earnings

Princeton University

Princeton, NJ · Private

$103,078

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $81,961

Graduates: 42

Acceptance: 4.5%

The College of New Jersey

Ewing, NJ · Public

$52,107

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $59,803

Graduates: 16

Acceptance: 62.1%

Drew University

Madison, NJ · Private

$55,512

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,700

Graduates: 27

Acceptance: 69.4%

Rutgers University-Camden

Camden, NJ · Public

$47,153

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,765

Graduates: 493

Acceptance: 77.8%

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

New Brunswick, NJ · Public

$47,153

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,765

Graduates: 493

Acceptance: 65.3%

Rutgers University-Newark

Newark, NJ · Public

$47,153

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,765

Graduates: 493

Acceptance: 78.7%

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Mahwah, NJ · Public

$47,260

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 73.2%

Seton Hall University

South Orange, NJ · Private

$44,971

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $45,413

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 78.9%

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Wayne, NJ · Public

$37,568

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $35,787

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 92.5%

#10

Rowan University

Glassboro, NJ · Public

$39,729

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $46,500

Graduates: 28

Acceptance: 77.8%

#11

Kean University

Union, NJ · Public

$41,193

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $51,377

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 76.9%

#12

Montclair State University

Montclair, NJ · Public

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,025

Graduates: 86

Acceptance: 87.4%

#13

Stockton University

Galloway, NJ · Public

$43,426

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 88.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Economics in New Jersey?

Princeton University ranks #1 for Economics in New Jersey with median graduate earnings of $103,078 within two years of graduation. There are 13 schools offering Economics programs in the state.

How much do Economics graduates earn in New Jersey?

Economics graduates in New Jersey earn an average of $49,254 within two years of graduation. This is 2% above the national average of $48,383 for this major.

What is the hardest Economics school to get into in New Jersey?

Princeton University is the most selective Economics program in New Jersey with an acceptance rate of 4.5%. The average acceptance rate across Economics programs in the state is 71.8%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Economics in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, private Economics programs produce average earnings of $67,854 vs $43,674 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 10 public and 3 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in New Jersey

Computer Science $83,177 Computer Engineering $74,921 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $72,746 Civil Engineering $65,716 Management Information Systems and Services $64,659 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $64,087 Engineering Science $60,936 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $59,291

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.