Massage therapy schools in New Jersey

Looking for massage therapy schools in New Jersey? There are 8, including 1 public college and 7 private career schools. Massage therapists in New Jersey earn a median $50,150 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
8
Public colleges
1
Median pay in NJ
$50,150
Cities with schools
4

8 massage therapy schools

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  1. American Institute-Cherry Hill

    Cherry Hill, NJ · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

  2. American Institute-Clifton

    Clifton, NJ · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

  3. American Institute-Somerset

    Somerset, NJ · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • Medical assistant
    • +1

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  5. American Institute-Toms River

    Toms River, NJ · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

  6. Camden County College

    Blackwood, NJ · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +13

  7. Center for the Healing Arts

    Voorhees, NJ · Private

    • Massage therapy

  8. Garden State Science and Technology Institute

    Jersey City, NJ · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant

  9. Lincoln Technical Institute-Moorestown

    Moorestown, NJ · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +2

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What massage therapists earn in New Jersey

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Massage therapist salary in New JerseyHow to become a massage therapist

Median pay
$50,150
$24.11 an hour
Typical range
$33,280–$81,930
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NJ
2,890
Job growth, 2025–35
+15.3%
20,400 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many massage therapy schools are in New Jersey?

We list 8 schools in New Jersey with massage therapy programs: 1 public college and 7 private career schools. Campuses are in Blackwood, Cherry Hill, Clifton, Somerset, and Toms River.

Are there community college massage therapy programs in New Jersey?

Yes. 1 public college in New Jersey offer massage therapy. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does massage therapy school cost in New Jersey?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,996 to $39,141. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do massage therapists make in New Jersey?

The median pay for massage therapists in New Jersey is $50,150 a year, and most earn between $33,280 and $81,930, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a massage therapy school in New Jersey?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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