Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Newark, New Jersey |
| Online | rutgers.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Newark, New Jersey, Rutgers University Newark is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 14,456 prospective students applied, and 11,194 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,300 enrolled in the school. 9,058 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,110 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $12,536 plus fees of $2,672. Rutgers University-Newark is ranked 180 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Rutgers University-Newark is rated within the top 29% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Rutgers University Newark within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#180 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#42 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in New Jersey
#4 in Best Public Colleges in New Jersey
#155 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Value Colleges in New Jersey
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1270 |
| ACT | 21/28 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.23 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New Jersey Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 |
| Other Fees | $2,672 |
| Room and Board | $13,930 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,574 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,062 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 |
| Other Fees | $2,672 |
| Room and Board | $13,930 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,574 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,263 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 36% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 11% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=186399 IPEDS survey data for Rutgers University Newark.
Current students may use the Rutgers University Newark GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.