Rutgers University at New Brunswick
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$12,230
Avg in-state tuition
$29,012
Avg out-of-state tuition
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About Rutgers University at New Brunswick
Based in New Brunswick, NJ, Rutgers University–New Brunswick is a large public school with an annual enrollment of roughly 50,000 students. Originally founded in 1766, Rutgers is the 8th oldest college in the United States. Rutgers welcomes a high number of applicants, with an acceptance rate of 61%. The public research university also boasts 16 libraries and more than 180 research centers and institutes. Learners can choose from over 800 student organizations. Rutgers University offers more than 100 undergraduate programs and over 250 graduate programs, including nine online options. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $15,507 and $32,189 for out-of-state students.
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- #1 Ranked in 2022 Best Online Colleges in New Jersey
- #2 Ranked in Best Online Human Resources Programs
- #6 Ranked in Best Biotechnology Programs
- #9 Ranked in Best Master's in Social Studies Teacher Education Programs
- #16 Ranked in The Best Colleges for LGBTQ+ Students in 2022
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
61% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
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Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards93% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
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Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
Learn more about how we determine school awards84% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Test scores Required
High school rank Considered (not required)
High school GPA Required
Completion of college prep program Required
High school transcript Required
Letter of recommendation Not required or recommended
Open admission No
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
SAT & ACT
Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.
While test scores can be an important aspect of college applications, schools determine admission based on several factors, and these test scores are only a suggested range.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsACT 25th-75th Percentile 25-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1210-1430
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards50k
Students enrolled
24%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
37%
Asian
25%
Hispanic
12%
Non-U.S. Citizen
12%
Black
7%
Two or more races
3%
Unknown
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
53%
Socio-economic diversity
28% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
33
Total Online Enrollment
11,925
Percent of Programs Online
91% On-campus
9% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates 10% online
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's 8% online
Graduate Certificate 5% online
Master's 15% online
Doctorate 3% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $12,230 | $29,012 |
| Graduate | $17,736 | $30,144 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,350 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,075 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,625 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $16,434 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $6,041 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $6,041 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $30,280 | $47,062 |
| Off-campus without family | $36,055 | $52,837 |
| Off-campus with family | $19,621 | $36,403 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
28%
State Grant Aid
26%
Institution Grant Aid
40%
Pell Grant
28%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debt after graduation
$48k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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