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Best Design and Applied Arts Schools in New Jersey
Top Design and Applied Arts programs in New Jersey ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 8
Avg major earnings: $53,022
Top Design and Applied Arts Programs in New Jersey
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Jersey Institute of Technology #122 national | $48,950 |
| 2 | Rutgers University #203 national | N/A |
| 3 | Montclair State University #377 national | $41,684 |
| 4 | Rider University #419 national | N/A |
| 5 | Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus #567 national | N/A |
| 6 | Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus #646 national | N/A |
| 7 | Kean University #787 national | $52,084 |
| 8 | Centenary University #1175 national | $30,224 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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