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Welcome to Rutgers–New Brunswick

Whether you're a first-year student or well on the way to your degree, Rutgers is a big place with limitless possibilities. Click below to find handy tips to start your semester off right.

What You Need to Know

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Welcome Week

Date & Time

Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 8:00 a.m.-Saturday, September 12, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

Category

Campus Life

Explore Welcome Week
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Welcome to Rutgers–New Brunswick! Every year, Rutgers' Welcome Week invites new and returning students to explore campus, connect with the Scarlet Knight community, and engage with weeks of free events and beloved traditions – from Scarlet Carnivale and New Student Convocation to our Scarlet Night Activities and Involvement Fair. Come ready to make Rutgers yours!