Rutgers University-Newark
About Rutgers University-Newark
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rutgers Newark is a public research university in Newark, New Jersey. It is one of the most diverse national universities in the country and offers strong programs in business, criminal justice, nursing, and public affairs.
Founded
1908
Location
Newark, New Jersey
Students
11,035
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
71.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
63.8%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$17,250
Out-of-state: $36,762
Avg Net Price
$19,703
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$74,479
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
71.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$70
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 71.4% acceptance rate, Rutgers University-Newark admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
25/ 36
Average: 25 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
63.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.8%
4-Year Grad
35%
6-Year Grad
65%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
58.8%
$/Student
$20.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 35% graduation rate is below average, but 83.8% 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
$17,250
In-State
$36,762
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$16,074
Books & Supplies
$1,418
Total Cost of Attendance
$35,654
After Financial Aid
$19,703
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,420
Receive Grants
58.8%
Take Loans
31.8%
The full cost of attendance is about $35,654/yr for in-state students, including $16,074 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $19,703. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $36,762.
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-Newark fund their education.
While in School
58.8%
Get Grants
Free money
31.8%
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
Only 31.8% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
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-Newark.
Gender
52.7%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,709
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
3,326
Graduates
34.6%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
17.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,709
Students
public
Institution
Medium
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-Newark fields 6 varsity teams with 318 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
New Jersey
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
318
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
156
Men
162
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rutgers University-Newarkearn, 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 6Psychology, General
$31K
199 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$35K
194 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$68K
190 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$59K
189 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$32K
186 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$68K
157 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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