The Ideal Campus: Explore, Experience, and Excel

You will feel right at home on our diverse and welcoming campus in the historic city of Newark.

Whether you live in a dorm or commute to class, there are plenty of ways to get involved and have fun as a Rutgers University-Newark student. Plus, New York City is just a 20-minute train ride away. As a student at Rutgers University-Newark, you’re not only part of an active student population, you’re also part of one of America’s largest urban college towns.

Campus Life

Want to Live on Campus or Commute to Rutgers University-Newark?

 

dorm life
2,000+

Students live on campus at Rutgers University-Newark

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85%

Of our students commute to classes

Housing and Dining
Living on campus allows me to be more involved within the school, rather than just simply being a student of the school. I am able to attend a lot of events on campus, and also fortunate enough to embrace Newark.
Naomi G.
Criminal Justice and Political Science
Naomi's Story
As a commuter, I end up having the best of both worlds. I am able to enjoy the relationships that I build with my peers, as well as take part in the various events on campus, without missing out on other important parts of my life.
LaShaundria T.
Clinical Laboratory Sciences
LaShaundria's Story

Explore Our Student Activities

AKA's
100+

Clubs and Student Organizations

Get Involved: learn, lead and serve throughout Rutgers University-Newark!

  • Athletics and Recreation
  • The Career Development Center
  • International Students and Scholar Services
  • Student Life
Activities
Being a leader on campus has provided great experiences on the Black Organization of Students Executive board and the Minority Association of Pre-Health Students organization.
Halima M.
Biology
Halima's Story