Industries

One of the choices you’ll need to make in your career is deciding where you want to work. The community pages focused on industries can help you explore different types of organizations, job roles, and other information that can help you identify what matches with your personal and professional goals.

How Hard Is It (Actually) to Become a Dentist? | Leland

Dentistry often shows up in lists of top-paying, high-satisfaction careers. But behind the prestige and paycheck lies a journey that tests more than intelligence. It tests endurance, precision, emotional resilience, and debt tolerance. Yes, the numbers are enticing: six-figure salaries, …

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Nonprofit & Advocacy Law: What to Know & Top Programs

Whether you’re passionate about social justice, civil rights, environmental protection, or community organizing, nonprofit and advocacy law offers a meaningful path to make a lasting impact. This unique legal field focuses on helping mission-driven organizations navigate complex legal frameworks, advocate …

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Top 10 glamorous security jobs for students, recent grads, and others early in their careers

When it comes to glamorous careers, security jobs might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, the world of security offers a wide range of exciting opportunities for students, recent graduates, and early-career individuals. These roles often …

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GRE Math Practice: Questions & Expert Tips

The GRE quantitative reasoning measure assesses your ability to understand and analyze quantitative information. This section tests your knowledge in basic arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. As you prepare for test day, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the …

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The Best Colleges for Environmental Engineering

Choosing the right college is a crucial decision for any student. When it comes to pursuing a career in environmental engineering, it becomes even more important to find the best institutions that offer top-notch programs and resources. In this article, …

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How Hard Is It (Actually) to Become a Dentist? | Leland

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Nonprofit, Social Justice & Education

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Nonprofit, Social Justice & Education

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Science

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Science

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Government, Law & Public Policy

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Government, Law & Public Policy

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Data & Technology

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Data & Technology

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Financial Services, Logistics & ManagementRecruiting Timeline and Industry Insights:

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Financial Services, Logistics & Management

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Arts, Media & Entertainment

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Arts, Media & Entertainment

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Vault Guides

Vault Guide to Health Care Provider Jobs, Second Edition

Vault Guide to Health Care Provider Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

Vault Guide to Politics, Public Policy, and Activism Jobs, Second Edition

Vault Guide to Politics, Public Policy, and Activism Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

Vault Career Guide to Media and Entertainment, Second Edition

Vault Career Guide to Media and Entertainment, Second Edition

The media and entertainment industry consists of movies, print, radio, television, electronic publications, and streaming video, and it offers a …

Vault Guide to Nanotechnology Jobs, Second Edition

Vault Guide to Nanotechnology Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Career Guide to Education, Third Edition

Vault Career Guide to Education, Third Edition

Nearly one in four Americans is an enrolled student at any given time. As a result of this great demand …

Vault Guide to Nursing Jobs

Vault Guide to Nursing Jobs

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

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Career Outcomes

Rutgers University–Newark graduates enter the world prepared to make an impact. Through rigorous academics, career readiness programs, and hands-on experiences, our students develop the skills, confidence, and networks needed to thrive in their chosen fields.

Each year, the Office of Career Resources & Exploration surveys graduating students to understand their post-graduation outcomes—employment, continuing education, and other pursuits. The results below reflect our commitment to transparency and the success of RU–N graduates within six months of completing their degrees.

Our knowledge rate—the percentage of graduates for whom we can verify outcomes—has steadily increased over time, demonstrating growing engagement and data reliability:

  • Class of 2021: 27.3%

  • Class of 2022: 50.6%

  • Class of 2023: 57.7%

  • Class of 2024: 53.8%

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Use the filters below to view outcomes by graduation year, school, or major. Results update automatically as you make selections.
All data align with the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE) standards for First Destination Surveys.

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  • Top Employers
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  • Employment Locations
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Post-Graduation Outcomes


This section highlights what Rutgers University–Newark graduates are doing within six months of completing their degrees. It includes employment, continuing education, public service, and those still seeking opportunities.