Information for Parents and Families

Explore resources and information tailored specifically to in-state families.

Understand what your family can expect to pay and explore the scholarships and financial aid opportunities available to support your in-state student’s education.

• Tuition and Financial Aid
• Cost of In-State attendance
• Scarlet Guarantee (for first- and second-year students)
• Garden State Guarantee (for third- and fourth-year students)

Explore resources and information tailored specifically to families outside the Garden State.

Understand what your family can expect to pay and explore the scholarships and financial aid opportunities available to support your out-of-state student’s education.

• Cost of out-of-state attendance
• Cost calculator
• Net price calculator

Connect with academic advisors who specialize in assisting students like yours, begin the transfer credit evaluation process, and track your student’s transfer application.

Rutgers–New Brunswick provides clear information and resources to help your transferring student navigate the admissions process with confidence. Learn more about application requirements, deadlines, transfer credit evaluations, and next steps.

• Information for Transfer Students

The Office of Transfer and Non-Traditional Students supports transfer students like yours, as well as adult learners, veterans, parents, and others returning to college after time away. Learn about academic planning, campus resources, and services tailored to your student.

• Office of Transfer and Non-Traditional Students

Take advantage of programs, guidance, and support communities designed specifically to help first-gen students.

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Applying to college as a first-generation student can bring a lot of new questions for both students and families. Rutgers–New Brunswick provides clear information and resources to help navigate the admissions process, understand the requirements and deadlines, and connect with programs designed to support first-generation student success.

• Information for First-Generation Students

The RU1st initiative connects students like yours with campus resources, events, and a community centered around the first-generation experience at Rutgers–New Brunswick. Learn more about these programs and opportunities.

• RU1st

The Rutgers Future Scholars Program works with first-generation, low-income, and academically promising students from New Jersey beginning in middle school, providing academic enrichment, mentorship, and college prep through high school graduation.

• Rutgers Future Scholars Program

Trained Rutgers–New Brunswick staff is ready to support you and your student with answers and guidance on every step of the journey.

• Admissions Office - Admits students to Rutgers University after they apply.
• One Stop Student Services Center - Helpful resource for financial aid, registrar, and student accounting inquiries.
• Financial Aid Office - Helps families understand costs, apply for aid, explore scholarships, and navigate federal and state funding options.
• Registrar’s Office - Manages student records, course registration, transcripts, enrollment verification, and important academic deadlines.
• Bursar/Student Accounting Office - Handles billing, tuition payments, payment plans, and account questions.
• Academic Advising - Supports students in choosing classes, understanding degree requirements, and staying on track for graduation.
• Housing & Residence Life - Oversees on‑campus housing, move‑in details, room assignments, and residential support.
• Dining Services - Provides meal plans, dining locations, and information about food options and accommodations.
• Health Services - Offers medical care, wellness programs, immunization guidance, and health records support.
• Counseling Services - Provides mental health support, counseling appointments, and crisis resources for students.
• Career Services - Helps students find internships, prepare résumés, and plan for life after graduation.
• Parent and Family Engagement Office - Serves as a home base for families, offering ways to stay connected throughout your student’s college journey.

For information on how to contact these offices, visit the Contact Us page.

Rutgers–New Brunswick proudly welcomes students from around the world. Whether your student is pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, they'll find opportunities to grow and thrive academically, connect with people from different backgrounds, and experience one of the most vibrant, culturally diverse universities in the United States.

Applying to a university in another country can feel like a major step for both students and their families. Rutgers–New Brunswick provides information and resources to help navigate the admissions process, understand application requirements and deadlines, and prepare for college life here at Rutgers.

• Information for International Students

Rutgers Global supports international students like yours as they prepare for this important transition. Find helpful information about immigration and visa services, global learning opportunities, and resources designed to support international students from arrival throughout their time at Rutgers–New Brunswick.

• Rutgers Global
• Rutgers Global-International Student and Scholar Services