Rutgers University-Camden
About Rutgers University-Camden
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rutgers University-Camden is a public university in Camden, New Jersey, across the Delaware River from Philadelphia. It offers strong programs in nursing, business, criminal justice, and psychology, with access to the resources of the larger Rutgers system.
Founded
1927
Location
Camden, New Jersey
Students
5,571
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
66.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
66.7%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$17,764
Out-of-state: $37,276
Avg Net Price
$18,745
After financial aid
SAT Average
1178
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$74,479
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
66.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$70
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Rutgers University-Camden accepts 66.3% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1178/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
66.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
80%
4-Year Grad
43%
6-Year Grad
71%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50.1%
$/Student
$21.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 43% graduation rate is below average, but 80% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$17,764
In-State
$37,276
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,376
Books & Supplies
$1,418
Total Cost of Attendance
$35,178
After Financial Aid
$18,745
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,797
Receive Grants
47.7%
Take Loans
47%
The full cost of attendance is about $35,178/yr for in-state students, including $14,376 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $18,745. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $37,276.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Rutgers University-Camden fund their education.
While in School
47.7%
Get Grants
Free money
47%
Take Loans
Must repay
$43,359
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$228/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $21,500 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Rutgers University-Camden.
Gender
60%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,753
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,818
Graduates
34.6%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
24%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 34.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
3,753
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Rutgers University-Camden fields 10 varsity teams with 286 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
New Jersey
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
286
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
156
Men
130
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rutgers University-Camdenearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$74,479
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$88K
267 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$59K
234 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$39K
121 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
104 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$35K
76 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$40K
67 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $61K at six years, $58K at eight, and $74K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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