For first-year undergraduate students and undergraduate transfer students, the first step is completing and submitting your application and required credentials.
Admissions and Tuition
Rutgers welcomes a student body that reflects the diversity of the world around us. People of all backgrounds with varying interests and goals meet here to explore a rigorous academic curriculum and expand their horizons. Some students come to Rutgers planning to change the world, and others seek to find their place in it. No matter what path you’re on, a Rutgers degree opens doors and lays the foundation for success.
The Value of a Rutgers Degree
Rutgers graduates report starting salaries that match or exceed the national average for college graduates. The earning potential of a Rutgers degree is as great as one from much higher cost options, without the burden of significant debt after graduation. Additionally, a degree from Rutgers is paired with a lifelong connection to one of the largest worldwide alumni networks. Our alumni include entrepreneurs and leaders at top companies and national nonprofits.
600,000+
Alumni network
75%
Of first-year students received financial aid
2022-2023 data
$70,000
Median starting salary, Class of 2023
Rutgers University–New Brunswick and RBHS graduates
89%
Of survey respondents employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
Rutgers–New Brunswick and RBHS, Class of 2023
Take the First Step
Rutgers prepares students to be leaders in their professions and communities. At Rutgers, you can explore your passion—or discover it. Find your admissions pathway to Rutgers.
Rutgers welcomes transfers students who have already graduated high school and completed 12 or more college credits at an accredited postsecondary institution.
International students bring rich perspectives to Rutgers that help globalize our classrooms, labs, and clinics, contributing significantly to advancements in education, research, and service.
Key Due Dates
So, you've decided to apply. Be sure to meet these due dates for undergraduate applications:
November 1: Early Action (Fall Semester)
December 1: Regular Decision (Fall Semester)
December 1: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)*
February 1: Transfer (Fall Semester)
October 1: First-Year and Transfer (Spring Semester)
*FAFSA application dates are subject to change. Please review the state filing deadlines for more information.
Tuition and Financial Aid
As The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers makes a world-class education accessible and affordable. To help eligible students afford a Rutgers education, the university offers scholarships, grants, student employment, information about loans, and tuition payment plans.
- 75% of students received financial aid, 2022-2023
- $99M+ financial aid awarded to first-year students, 2022-2023
- $90M+ in federal Pell Grants to more than 17,700 students, 2020–2021
- Ranked Top 25 in Pell graduation rates for all three Rutgers locations (U.S. News & World Report)
- 9,000 students received nearly $30 million in financial aid and emergency assistance through Scarlet Promise Grants
Scholarships
Continuing and admitted students who submit the FAFSA are automatically considered for a wide range of scholarships awarded by the Rutgers Office of Financial Aid. First-year student awards are awarded independently by the New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden locations of Rutgers University. Awards may differ by school and university.
Additional Resources
Rutgers schools and colleges provide continuing education programs, online degrees, and more to serve prospective and current students seeking educational options that match their lifestyle.
Pathways to Rutgers
If you’re thinking about attending Rutgers, know that there are many paths that lead here. Whether you’re taking the traditional route through high school, transferring in from another university or community college, or if you’re coming back to school after being out of the classroom for years, you’ll find a path that leads you to where you belong at Rutgers.
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