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Best Music Schools in New Jersey
Top Music programs in New Jersey ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 11
Avg major earnings: $42,456
Top Music Programs in New Jersey
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stevens Institute of Technology #46 national | N/A |
| 2 | Ramapo College of New Jersey #176 national | $27,083 |
| 3 | Rutgers University #203 national | $34,223 |
| 4 | Rutgers University-Newark #331 national | $34,223 |
| 5 | Rowan University #370 national | $50,331 |
| 6 | Montclair State University #377 national | $39,961 |
| 7 | Rutgers University-Camden #384 national | $34,223 |
| 8 | Monmouth University #395 national | $33,957 |
| 9 | Rider University #419 national | $29,670 |
| 10 | William Paterson University of New Jersey #1035 national | $32,121 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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