Quick Summary
Rutgers University – New Brunswick is a public research university founded in 1766, located in New Brunswick, United States. Ranked #299 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 50637 students including 14% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Philosophy, Library and Information Management, Food Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 66%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines a colonial college heritage with modern research excellence and Big Ten athletics.
Subject Strengths
PhilosophyLibrary and Information ManagementFood ScienceEnglish Language and LiteraturePharmacy
Founded1766
TypePublic Research University
Total Students50637
Intl Students14%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusSuburban
Campus Size2688 acres
Affiliated HospitalsRobert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Saint Peter's University Hospital
AccreditationMiddle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#299
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#201–250
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#101-150
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Over 100 undergraduate majors, 200+ graduate programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Rutgers Online (various degrees)
Online Programs
Institute for Quantitative Biomedicine, Waksman Institute of Microbiology, Eagleton Institute of Politics
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate66%
IELTS7
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GREOptional for many programs
GMATRequired for Rutgers Business School MBA
SATOptional (Test-free/optional policy)
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 1 (Regular), November 1 (Early Action)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight extracurricular leadership and community service; Early Action applicants typically see higher admission rates.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$36,100/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$18,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$32,500/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$70
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$54,600/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableYes (International Chancellor's Scholarship, Phi Theta Kappa)
Avg Scholarship$10,000
Financial AidAvailable (FAFSA for citizens; departmental aid for internationals)
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Over 100 undergraduate majors, 200+ graduate programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Biology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Finance | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$68,000
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with NYC and Philadelphia industry hubs
Industry Connections
Big Ten Academic AllianceJohnson & JohnsonBristol Myers Squibb
Notable Alumni
Milton Friedman, Elizabeth Warren, James Gandolfini, Sebastian Stan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
SHI Stadium, Jersey Mike's Arena, Werblin Recreation Center
Student Clubs
Over 500 student organizations
Library Resources
Rutgers University Libraries (26 libraries, millions of volumes)
Exchange Programs
Global Education Office (GEO) partners worldwide
Summer Programs
Rutgers Summer Session available