by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 19 colleges and universities when compiling its 2024 Best Education Master's Degree Schools in New Jersey ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 3,163 master's degrees in education to qualified students.
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The education master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
One measure we use to determine the quality of a school is to look at the average salary of master's graduates during the early years of their career. That is, everyone wants their master's degree to be worth something, and salaries are one measure of determining that.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for education students working on their master's degree.
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Education Master's Degree Schools in New Jersey list, to help you choose the best school for you.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for education students seeking a a master's degree.
The College of New Jersey is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a master's degree in education. Located in the large suburb of Ewing, TCNJ is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in education from The College of New Jersey
Rutgers University - New Brunswick is a wonderful decision for students interested in a master's degree in education. Rutgers New Brunswick is a very large public university located in the city of New Brunswick.More information about a master’s in education from Rutgers University - New Brunswick
Montclair State University is one of the best schools in the country for getting a master's degree in education. Montclair State is a fairly large public university located in the suburb of Montclair.More information about a master’s in education from Montclair State University
Every student who is interested in a master's degree in education has to take a look at Rider University. Rider is a small private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of Lawrenceville.More information about a master’s in education from Rider University
Located in the large suburb of Glassboro, Rowan is a public university with a large student population.More information about a master’s in education from Rowan University
Seton Hall is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of South Orange.More information about a master’s in education from Seton Hall University
Located in the large suburb of West Long Branch, Monmouth is a private not-for-profit university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in education from Monmouth University
William Paterson University is a moderately-sized public university located in the large suburb of Wayne.More information about a master’s in education from William Paterson University of New Jersey
Located in the large suburb of Union, Kean is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in education from Kean University
Centenary is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Hackettstown.More information about a master’s in education from Centenary University
Explore all the Best Education Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 35 | 14,332 |
| Pennsylvania | 34 | 6,227 |
| Maryland | 32 | 2,791 |
| District of Columbia | 32 | 613 |
| Delaware | 24 | 627 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Educational Administration | 842 |
| Special Education | 583 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 454 |
| Student Counseling | 426 |
| General Education | 359 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 342 |
| Instructional Media Design | 52 |
| Teaching English or French | 39 |
| Other Education | 39 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 20 |
