Admissions | Rutgers University

Rutgers University-Newark, the anchor educational institution in and of New Jersey's largest city, is a leader in research and scholarship, fostering excellence at the intersection of academic and civic engagement. With an enrollment of more than 12,800 students, its undergraduate, graduate, professional, and joint degree programs span more than 100 areas of study within seven schools and colleges.

Rutgers University–Newark is one of three universities within the Rutgers system. The others are:

Rutgers University–Camden
Rutgers University–New Brunswick

New York City

Philadelphia

Camden

Newark

New Brunswick

The 2020 Rutgers fall application is open.

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Apply Today to Rutgers-Newark - Our Applications are Open

Calling all high school seniors and transfer students - now is the time to apply to Rutgers-Newark. 2020 is your year to apply and our undergraduate applications are open. We welcome all students to embark upon this world-class educational journey with us at RU-N. Our community welcomes you. Complete your application here.

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Financial Aid Webinar: For Students and Parents, Thursday, January 23, 2020 @ 6 pm EST

Admissions Financial Aid Webinar: For Students and Parents, Thursday, January 23, 2020 @ 6 pm EST
Join our Admissions and Financial Aid experts for a live in depth discussion and Q&A session on RU-N’s financial aid programs, procedures, eligibility, deadlines, and student resources to help you pay for college. Plus we will share tips on completing your FAFSA application. Register here. Event time: Thursday, January 23, 2020 @ 6 pm EST

RU-N to the TOP Scholarship Program - City of Newark Residents

Find out if you qualify for the university's Rutgers University–Newark Talent and Opportunity Program scholarship for undergraduate students who are residents of the city of Newark and or a NJ County College Transfer student. The RU-N to the TOP scholarship provides a “last-dollar” award. This award covers the cost of in-state tuition and mandatory fees. To learn more, click here.

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Say YES To Rutgers University-Newark- Enroll Today

Explore and define what's next for you at Rutgers University-Newark: High school seniors, transfer, and graduate students can ensure their academic options, career choices, and graduate school goals with us. Enroll Today!

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RU-N's Meet the Deans Webinar: Our Schools & Academic Programs

Checkout our Office of Admissions “Meet the Deans” Webinar. It features our academic deans from each RU-N school or college discussing their core programs, student services, career pathways, internships, and valuable access to our renowned faculty. Don't miss this engaging session with our education gatekeepers.

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Honors Living-Learning Community

The Honors Living-Learning Community (HLLC) is a hub for excellence in education attracting coveted honors students with a passion and purpose in social justice, humanities, STEM and much more. Check it out and see if it’s for you. There are amazing academic program benefits, mentorship, service learning, and a last dollar scholarship support covering room and board for HLLC Scholars. Apply today.

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RU-N Welcomes Transfer Students Every Day - Apply Now

Experience a smooth transition - when you tramsfer to Rutgers University-Newark. Ongoing transfer advisory support, application workshops, transfer instant decision days, transcript evaluation, easy registration process, affordable education with scholarship and financial aid options and constant career development support. Make RU-N your new home!

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Meet Our RU-N Students

Here's your chance to get to know our RU-N family. Discover what our students and alumni are saying about their experiences here and the commitment our faculty provides throughout your RU-N journey. Our students are encouraged to succeed and lead in our community.

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In Newark, of Newark: Explore Our University

There is loads to explore at Rutgers University–Newark, from the Golden Dome Athletic Center to the state of the art Rutgers Business School, plus the new Express Newark hands-on learning spaces available to students and the community. Join us for a campus tour.

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