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:
New York City
Philadelphia
Camden
Newark
New Brunswick
Undergraduate Open House: 11/18
Make sure to join us for our big Rutgers-Newark fall event for prospective students, Open House from Your House, a virtual event from the comfort of your own home. Hear from current students, faculty, and staff on what it’s like to be a Scarlet Raider. You can register to attend any of our open house virtual events - choose what works for you: Wednesday, November 18th from 6:00 pm–8:00 pm.
Rutgers 2021 Application Is Open & Test Optitonal!
The Rutgers spring and fall 2021 application is available for you now. We are looking forward to helping you throughout your application process and have informative application workshops, Admissions info sessions and Financial Aid details to share with you. Our university has adopted a standardized tests optional policy for 2021 applicants. Due to the uncertainty of future test dates and availability of standardized tests, Rutgers will make submission of SAT and ACT test scores optional for students applying for spring or fall 2021 admission.
Rutgers COVID-19 Plan 2020-21
WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER: Rutgers University recently shared an update on COVID-19 planning with the Rutgers community. Our students health and safety is our biggest concern and focus.
NEW Admissions Virtual Series: Coffee with a Counselor
Catch the Office of Admissions discussion on Coffee with a Counselor as they bring in a special guest to help you plan your journey at Rutgers-Newark. Calling all prospective students to meet up with us online...so grab a mug or smoothie, grab a seat, and join us online for a casual and interactive live discussion.
Debunking Myths About Financial Aid: FAFSA 11/23 & 12/14
Join us for Rutgers-Newark's Debunking Myths About Financial Aid Session: FAFSA APPLICATION. Families, prospective students, and school counselors are invited to join us to learn more about the FAFSA application process. Pick a date that works for you and let RU-N help you focus on the afforable education you deseve.
Monday, November 23rd 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Monday, December 14th 7:00 pm -8:00 pm
NEW Webinar: Transfer 101 Session: How to Apply & Enroll
Please checkout our Transfer 101 Session for Rutgers University—Newark. This informative webinar can be accessed on-demand and provides insight to our application process, credit transfer, academic programs and advisory, career opportunities, and resources to help you pay for college.
NEW School Spotlight Webinar Part 1: RBS & SPAA: ON-DEMAND NOW
RBS & SPAA: On-Demand school spotlight Part 1 webinar for you! Learn more about the eenrolling, placement tests, egistration, course options, advising, program requirements, unique, and accelerated learning opportunities, making the most of your RU-N experience, and more. Featured presenters include Dean Robert Kurland from Rutgers Business School-Newark and Dean Aaron Gibbs from School of Public Affairs and Administration:
Rutgers-Newark Convocation 2020 - Welcome to RU-N
New students here's to an awesome way start for your upcoming school year at Rutgers-Newark. You can view our Chancellor, Dr. Nancy Cantor's welcome shared at Convocation 2020, celebrating our RU-N students. Hear from our Chancellor, Our Office of Student Affairs and the Mayor of the City of Newark.
NEW School Spotlight Webinar Part 2: NCAS & SCJ: ON-DEMAND NOW
The NCAS AND SCJ School Spotlight continues with part 2 of our webinar to learn more about SASN and SCJ's school enrollment process, testing and registration, course selection, program requirements, and more. Featured presenters include Dean Sofia Pinto-Figueroa School of Arts & Sciences-Newark and Dean LaWanda Thomas from School of Criminal Justice.
RU-N Welcomes Transfer Students Every Day - Apply Now
Experience a smooth transition - when you transfer 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!
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.
In Newark, of Newark: Explore Our University on The RU-N Virtual Visit
Today we invite you to REGISTER NOW for our RU-N VIRTUAL VISIT. Join our Admissions representative and learn loads about Rutgers University–Newark and explore areas like 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 surrounding community.
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!
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.
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.
Academics
Our academic excellence that will help you change the world and build community.
Rutgers-Newark has provided me with the tools and opportunities to grow as a scholar, leader, humanitarian, and role model.
Albert A.
Applied Mathematics and Economics
Our role as professors is to prepare students to succeed not just in the workforce, but as engaged citizens of a democracy.
Dr. Frank Thompson
Board of Governors Distinguished Professor of Public Affairs and Administration
Public and Nonprofit Administration
Campus Life
Immerse yourself in our student-centered campus life from the first day you set foot on the campus.
The Value of a Rutgers University–Newark Degree
At Rutgers University-Newark, you can connect your scholarship to the real world.
I received a full Rutgers University-Newark financial aid package, and without it, I would not be in college.
Zeinab S.
Journalism
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