Best Mathematics Schools in New Jersey

New Jersey has 16 colleges offering Mathematics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 879 recent graduates. Graduates in New Jersey earn $48,219 on average within two years — 6% above the national average of $45,431, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

Schools in NJ

$48,219

NJ Avg. Earnings

$45,431

National Avg.

418

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Mathematics in New Jersey

Public Schools (12)

$47,743

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (4)

$51,075

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $3,332 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Mathematics Schools in New Jersey, Ranked by Earnings

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, NJ · Public

$36,141

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $57,071

Graduates: 25

Acceptance: 66.9%

The College of New Jersey

Ewing, NJ · Public

$49,058

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $57,988

Graduates: 37

Acceptance: 62.1%

Rutgers University-Camden

Camden, NJ · Public

$55,693

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,095

Graduates: 138

Acceptance: 77.8%

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

New Brunswick, NJ · Public

$55,693

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,095

Graduates: 138

Acceptance: 65.3%

Rutgers University-Newark

Newark, NJ · Public

$55,693

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,095

Graduates: 138

Acceptance: 78.7%

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus

Teaneck, NJ · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 95.9%

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus

Madison, NJ · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 95.3%

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Wayne, NJ · Public

$52,420

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,517

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 92.5%

Monmouth University

West Long Branch, NJ · Private

$52,420

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $50,175

Graduates: 25

Acceptance: 89.5%

#10

Montclair State University

Montclair, NJ · Public

$42,682

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,762

Graduates: 84

Acceptance: 87.4%

#11

Rider University

Lawrenceville, NJ · Private

$49,729

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $33,184

Graduates: 25

Acceptance: 79.4%

#12

Stockton University

Galloway, NJ · Public

$45,500

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $47,417

Graduates: 43

Acceptance: 88.2%

#13

Rowan University

Glassboro, NJ · Public

$48,432

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $46,700

Graduates: 73

Acceptance: 77.8%

#14

Kean University

Union, NJ · Public

$52,107

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,706

Graduates: 80

Acceptance: 76.9%

#15

New Jersey City University

Jersey City, NJ · Public

$41,205

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,777

Graduates: 35

Acceptance: 89.2%

#16

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Mahwah, NJ · Public

$38,289

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 73.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Mathematics in New Jersey?

New Jersey Institute of Technology ranks #1 for Mathematics in New Jersey with median graduate earnings of $36,141 within two years of graduation. There are 16 schools offering Mathematics programs in the state.

How much do Mathematics graduates earn in New Jersey?

Mathematics graduates in New Jersey earn an average of $48,219 within two years of graduation. This is 6% above the national average of $45,431 for this major.

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

The College of New Jersey is the most selective Mathematics program in New Jersey with an acceptance rate of 62.1%. The average acceptance rate across Mathematics programs in the state is 81.0%.

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

In New Jersey, private Mathematics programs produce average earnings of $51,075 vs $47,743 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 12 public and 4 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.