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Rutgers University–New Brunswick

Our Flagship Location

Students choose Rutgers University–New Brunswick for its academic excellence and vast opportunities to prepare for a meaningful career. A member of the Association of American Universities and the Big Ten Academic Alliance, Rutgers–New Brunswick offers a premier education in a diverse community.

#1
New Jersey public university

U.S. News & World Report

Top 25
U.S. public university

U.S. News & World Report

50,000+
Students from all 50 states and over 100 countries
85%
Students employed or in grad school within 6 months of graduation

Discover Rutgers University–New Brunswick

Rutgers–New Brunswick is situated in central New Jersey, near the major urban centers of New York City and Philadelphia, as well as the iconic Jersey Shore. Rutgers’ flagship is home to five distinct locations across New Brunswick and Piscataway that offer everything from a bustling downtown district to a rustic, classically collegiate campus environment.

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Undergraduate Schools

Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy
Mason Gross School of the Arts
Rutgers Business School–Newark and New Brunswick
School of Arts and Sciences
School of Communication and Information
School of Engineering
School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
School of Management and Labor Relations
School of Nursing
School of Social Work

One Community, Five Campuses

The eclectic atmosphere across multiple campus centers is a big part of what makes Rutgers–New Brunswick so special. Students enjoy a broad array of eateries, housing options, and study and academic spaces at all five locations: Busch, College Avenue, Douglass, George H. Cook, and Livingston.

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Academics

Whether you know your major already or are still deciding, you'll find your unique path to an undergraduate degree at Rutgers.
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Research

Conduct research shoulder-to-shoulder with grads and faculty by putting your own theories to the test.
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Student Life

With so much happening across campus every day, the question isn't “What do I do?” but rather “What do I do next?”

Choosing Rutgers–New Brunswick

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Apply to Rutgers

Your Rutgers–New Brunswick journey begins with an application, and we've made the process simple and straightforward

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Explore Your Interests

With over 120 undergraduate majors, we have what you’re looking for. Can’t decide on one major? Choose two! You can double major or earn a combined BA or BS and master’s degree in five years.

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A Best Value

Rutgers–New Brunswick maintains competitive college costs and provides financial aid for approximately three quarters of undergraduate students.

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Rutgers–New Brunswick is one of three universities within the Rutgers system, in addition to Rutgers–Camden and Rutgers–Newark.