Rutgers University-New Brunswick (Rutgers) is a four-year, public school located in New Brunswick, NJ. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The Rutgers's tuition & fees is $17,929 for New Jersey residents and $37,441 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 57% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $14,869.
The school has a total enrollment of 52,269 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
Rutgers's acceptance rate is 58.15% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.53%. The median SAT score is 1410 and the ACT score is 31.
Rutgers ranked 53rd in National Universities and 2nd in New Jersey Colleges rankings. Rutgers University-New Brunswick is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Rutgers University-New Brunswick is $17,929 for in-state students and $37,441 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $23,241 for in-state students and $37,689 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $18,647 for New Jersey residents and $38,939 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $24,170 for New Jersey residents and $39,192 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $17,929 | $37,441 |
| Graduate | $23,241 | $37,689 |
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $18,647 | $38,939 |
| Graduate | $24,170 | $39,192 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 58.15% Acceptance Rate / 20.53% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,410 SAT / 31 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 84% |
| Retention Rate | 93%(full-time), 82% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6.25% (16 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 52,269 (37,985 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $14,869 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Rutgers University-New Brunswick offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Address | 83 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1281 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 848-445-4636 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, public |
| Carnegie Category | R1 Universities |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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