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Programs for Students

The Office of the Chancellor-Provost at Rutgers University–New Brunswick provides guidance and services to an incredibly diverse student body. Our departments ensure that all students, regardless of their backgrounds, have access to the resources they need to transition into college smoothly and to overcome academic challenges. Additionally, we are committed to innovation in undergraduate education both in and beyond the classroom and create physical spaces and programs to support leading-edge trends in teaching and learning.

High-Impact Programs

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Aresty Research Center

Undergraduate students explore and engage with scholarly research. Through peer, staff, and faculty mentorship, students develop research skills in a formal research setting and present their findings universitywide at the annual symposium. 

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Byrne Seminars

Our one-credit seminars offer first-year students the chance to experience the excitement of original research as faculty members share their curiosity, their intellectual passion, and development of new ideas and fields of knowledge.

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Office of Distinguished Fellowships

Undergraduate and graduate students receive guidance and support during all stages of the application process for major national fellowships and awards.

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Innovation, Design, and Entrepreneurship Academy

Intended to complement any major of study, IDEA empowers undergraduate students to explore their interests, apply their creativity, enhance their skillset, and learn about different fields of study that can help them determine their career path.

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Phi Beta Kappa

Each year, the most outstanding juniors and seniors are nominated to join Phi Beta Kappa, the nation's oldest and most prestigious liberal arts honor society.

Student Support Programs

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Academic Support for Student Athletes

The Office of Academic Services assists students as they navigate the dual pressures of being a student at top-level research university and a Division I student-athlete.

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Learning Centers

Whether students are seeking academic support through peer tutoring, academic coaching, or writing assistance, or simply looking for a space in which to study, the Learning Centers offer it all.

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Office of Transfer and Non-Traditional Students

We serve as the policy and advocacy hub for transfer, non-traditional, and adult learners, to support student success efforts via direct outreach and coordination of access to academic resources at Rutgers–New Brunswick.

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Pre-Law Advising

Students interested in pursuing a law degree upon graduation from Rutgers receive counseling and resources. Advisors guide students throughout their undergraduate careers to ensure they gain the depth and breadth of experience required for successful admission to law school.

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RU1st

The RU1st initiative provides opportunities for first-generation students to have a successful personal, professional, academic, and social college experience. Students gain access to the RU1st transition course, academic advising and support, leadership experiences, and educational opportunity grants.