Nearly 80 percent of Rutgers undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Obtaining an undergraduate or advanced degree is an investment in your future, and we’re here to help you explore ways to pay for your education.
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
As a public university, we strive to keep quality education within reach of academically qualified students.
Costs for Undergraduates
2017–2018 Basic Tuition
(Costs vary by school)
- In-State: $11,619
- Out-of-State: $27,560
Additional tuition, student fees, and costs for room and board may apply.
Costs for Graduate Students
Tuition and fees vary based on the Rutgers–New Brunswick graduate program.
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
Cost of Attendance varies by program.
Undergraduate Education: Resources
Office of Financial Aid
Learn about the financial aid application process, track award status, find out more about loans, grants, and other forms of assistance.
Financial Aid Info from Undergraduate Admissions
Get details on tuition and fees, criteria and deadlines for scholarships.
Educational Opportunity Fund
In partnership with Rutgers, the New Jersey Educational Opportunity Fund Program provides access to higher education and support for highly motivated students who exhibit the potential for success, but who come from economically and educationally disadvantaged families or communities. Through the program, first-year students can obtain financial assistance, find help transitioning to college life, and get access to tailored academic support.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Download an application for federal student aid.
Graduate and Professional Education: Resources
Financial Information
Graduate and Professional Admissions offers information on a variety of external funding and support, merit-based aid, need-based aid, and more.
Universitywide Fellowships
Explore funding opportunities available to Rutgers graduate students.
School-Specific Scholarships and Fellowships
Find specific assistance based on your program of study. For the latest scholarship information, consult advisers in specific departments, schools, or admissions offices.
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
Costs and aid information. Most students in Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences schools receive some form of financial aid. Explore options by school.
Financial Aid for Graduate Students
Office of Financial Aid outlines types and sources of aid.
University Policy Library
Scholarships
Many schools, departments, and units throughout Rutgers outline specific funding support. For the latest scholarship information, consult advisers in specific departments, schools, or admissions offices.