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Public Policy in New Jersey

Public Policy Schools in New Jersey

Jobs for Public Policy Grads in New Jersey

There are 22,530 people in the state and 974,190 people in the nation working in Public Policy jobs.

Public Policy Jobs Nationwide vs. NJ

Wages for Public Policy Jobs in New Jersey

In this state, Public Policy grads earn an average of $150,652. Nationwide, they make an average of $127,993.

Public Policy Wages Nationwide vs. NJ

There are 6 colleges in New Jersey that offer Public Policy degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

#1

Princeton University

Princeton

Graduates earn a median salary of $72,064 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 4%, getting in takes some planning. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $52,303 a year. The school admits about 65% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 93%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $52,303 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 78%, getting in takes some planning. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.

#4

Rowan University

Glassboro

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $42,275 after earning their degree at this institution. About 78% of those who apply are admitted. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.

#5

Rider University

Lawrenceville

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,376 after earning their degree at this institution. About 79% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 82%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $38,059 a year. The school admits about 91% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 72%.

Public Policy Careers in NJ

Some of the careers Public Policy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary $66,472
Education Teachers, Postsecondary $98,329
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary $46,663
Social Science Research Assistants $41,630
Medical and Health Services Managers $129,557
Political Scientists $71,521
Legislators $167,600
Transportation Planners $50,855
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $42,168

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Public Policy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Social Work 58,176
Public Administration 13,993
Human Services 11,674
Community Organization & Advocacy 2,651
Other Public Administration 518

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