What Kind of World Do You Want?
An inclusive, supportive world that welcomes all. A sustainable environment and a political landscape with constructive debate that yields benefits for everyone. Imagine that future, then take the steps to start building it at a university that embodies those goals.
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No matter what excellence looks like to you, it’s about recognizing and releasing your potential, because through the pursuit of our goals, we’re also moving humanity forward. Such ambitions aren’t achieved in a vacuum. They take curiosity and determination, resilience and rigor, focus and collaboration. At Rutgers–New Brunswick, we know what excellence demands, and our renowned faculty don’t just instruct; they inspire.
Setting New Standards
Rutgers–New Brunswick routinely earns its place among the top colleges in America and the top universities in the world.
Public University in the Nation
U.S. News & World Report: America's Best Colleges
New Jersey Public University
U.S. News & World Report
Best Value Public College
Money Magazine
In employability
Times Higher Education: Global University Employability Ranking
Major Cities at Your Feet
New York City
Take a one-hour (or less!) bus ride right from town, catch a 40-minute train ride from New Brunswick Station, or jump in the car with some friends. Whichever route you choose, it’s easy to access the endless opportunity, entertainment, and incomparable energy of the City That Never Sleeps.
Philadelphia
Get to the city of brotherly love in less than an hour by train from New Brunswick Station, or a little longer via the bus on French Street. Have a car? Hop on I-95 South and—traffic permitting—you could be there in not much more than an hour, ready to enjoy all that the birthplace of liberty has to offer.
Washington, D.C.
Your best bet to visit our nation’s seat of government is to buy a ticket for the Amtrak Northeast Regional train out of New Brunswick Station downtown, and from there it’s a direct three-hour train ride from New Brunswick to Washington Union Station. Arrive in the capital ready to change the world.
In-State
New Jersey is brimming with opportunities right in Rutgers’ backyard. A short drive north, Bergen County offers the highest employment rates in the state, while our own Middlesex County is home to major, thriving pharma and biotech companies such as Bristol Myers Squibb, Novo Nordisk, and Johnson & Johnson.
Real Students, Real Stories
Get to know students just like you who are excelling in both their studies and personal pursuits, through the support and opportunities at Rutgers–New Brunswick.
Opportunity for All
Everyone deserves a chance to bring their dreams to fruition. Rutgers offers generous programs and a multitude of financial aid options to make a quality education and experience accessible to more students than ever before.
of first-year students receive financial aid
2020-2021 data
Average financial aid for first-year students
of graduate students receive financial aid
2020-2021 data
Forging The Path
Our students, faculty, and alumni are leading the conversation and making their mark as they chart a course to real progress in our society.
The Hub City
New Brunswick has it all, from vibrant neighborhoods to that classic, tree-lined campus vibe. But the best part is that your experience here reaches beyond the classroom and into the real world, as you’re just a short train ride from NYC and Philly. The area is known for its career opportunity and is packed with diverse culture. So, when you’re not hitting the books, you can dive into a world of amazing food, catch a play or live concert, explore beautiful gardens, or have a laugh at a comedy club. After all, fun is part of the college experience, too.
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