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2026 Best General Physical Sciences Schools in New Jersey

1 Colleges in the United States
169 General Physical Sciences Degrees Awarded
$27,136 Avg Early-Career Salary

General Physical Sciences degree programs prepare students for a range of careers in the field. A focused field like this rewards careful comparison of the schools that offer it.

To produce this 2026 ranking, College Factual evaluated 2 schools to find the best for general physical sciences students.

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Best Schools for General Physical Sciences in New Jersey

Below are the schools that deliver the strongest overall general physical sciences education in New Jersey.

Top Schools in General Physical Sciences

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Middlesex County College is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in general physical sciences. This large public university is located in the suburb of Edison. There were roughly 169 general physical sciences students who graduated with this degree at Middlesex County College in the most recent data year. Soon after graduation, general physical sciences degree recipients from Middlesex County College generally make around $27,136. Students borrow a median of $7,250 to complete this degree. More information about a degree in general physical sciences from Middlesex County College

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Notes and References

This ranking is produced by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on a blend of student outcomes (graduation rate, post-graduation earnings), affordability, and program focus, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).

Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 2 schools evaluated.

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