Best Philosophy Schools in New Jersey
New Jersey has 4 colleges offering Philosophy programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 186 recent graduates. Graduates in New Jersey earn $20,140 on average within two years — 31% below the national average of $29,380. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.
4
Schools in NJ
$20,140
NJ Avg. Earnings
$29,380
National Avg.
147
Schools Nationally
Public vs Private: Philosophy in New Jersey
Public Schools (3)
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$20,140
avg. 2yr earnings
Philosophy Schools in New Jersey, Ranked by Earnings
#1
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ · Private
$20,140
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 78.9%
#2
Rutgers University-Camden
Camden, NJ · Public
N/A
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $25,760
Graduates: 62
Acceptance: 77.8%
#3
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ · Public
N/A
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $25,760
Graduates: 62
Acceptance: 65.3%
#4
Rutgers University-Newark
Newark, NJ · Public
N/A
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $25,760
Graduates: 62
Acceptance: 78.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best school for Philosophy in New Jersey?
Seton Hall University ranks #1 for Philosophy in New Jersey with median graduate earnings of $20,140 within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Philosophy programs in the state.
How much do Philosophy graduates earn in New Jersey?
Philosophy graduates in New Jersey earn an average of $20,140 within two years of graduation. This is 31% below the national average of $29,380 for this major.
What is the hardest Philosophy school to get into in New Jersey?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is the most selective Philosophy program in New Jersey with an acceptance rate of 65.3%. The average acceptance rate across Philosophy programs in the state is 75.2%.
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.