Emergency Resources
In times of medical crisis, call 911 or call the University Police at 848-932-7211. For mental/emotional distress, dial 848-932-7884 and follow the prompts or call/text 988 to connect with immediate help.
Health and Wellness
Your physical and emotional well-being deserve as much attention as your degree. Here, that belief is at the heart of how students live, learn, and grow.
Be Your Best Self at Rutgers
To make the most of your time here, you need to feel your best. You’ll find a deep network of health services designed to support your whole self.
Rest easy, knowing that Rutgers Student Health has your back. They're your primary care headquarters on campus, with lots of services including preventive, routine, chronic condition, reproductive, and acute injury and illness care. We are also able to provide medications to treat many common health conditions. In a medical emergency, dial 911 or call the Rutgers University Police Department at 848-932-7211.
You also have access to Counseling, Alcohol and Other Drug Assistance Program and Psychiatric Services (CAPS), ready to help with any challenges during the semester, including individual/group therapy, crisis intervention, alcohol and drug assistance programs, medication management, workshops, and community referrals. In a mental health emergency, contact Acute Psychiatric Services (APS) at 855-515-5700 or call or text 988.
Health Outreach, Promotion, and Education (HOPE)
And because wellness is about learning, growing, and staying connected, HOPE provides programs and resources that support a healthy campus community. Our professional staff, peer educators, and wellness ambassadors provide workshops and outreach that allow groups to explore topics related to health,
well-being, and community care. HOPE also provides access to peer leadership opportunities, wellness coaching, Bystander Intervention training, Campus Connect Suicide Prevention training, Mental Health First Aid, safer sex supplies, and several other resources.
Stay Active with Rutgers Recreation
Keep your head clear and your energy up by taking advantage of the state-of-the-art recreation centers, fully equipped gyms, and lots of free and fun fitness classes across all campuses. Jump into a pickup game, do a few laps, strike a pose in a yoga class, or even book a student-discounted massage. It’s your downtime, spend it however you like. TIP: Avoid the crowds by downloading the RURec2Go app, which updates gym occupancy and class schedules in real time.
ScarletWell
ScarletWell is a campuswide commitment to health and wellness. Through prevention-focused programs, resources, and leadership, it creates an environment where physical, emotional, and mental well-being are a priority, not an afterthought.
Attend a Wellness Event
Hit pause on your studies, take a breath, and clear your mind: Whether you find peace in art, music, exercise, or nature, there's an event just waiting to help you recharge and reset.
Disability Services
If you need accommodations, Disability Services works with students to ensure access to academics and campus life.
Alcohol and Other Drug Assistance
If you're worried about how substances are impacting your life—or a friend's—you're not alone. Find private, judgment-free help from counselors who understand your situation.
Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, dating violence, or stalking, call 848-932-1181 to speak with a confidential advocate.
ScarletWell
ScarletWell is a public health and prevention-focused approach to mental health and wellness for Rutgers–New Brunswick that aims to create programs, resources, and a campus culture that supports holistic wellness for students, faculty, and staff alike.
Using the 8 Dimensions of Wellness model, we are committed to integrating well-being into all aspects of our campus to foster a healthy community, providing the resources we all need to get and stay well.
Proud to Be a JED Campus
When you spot the JED logo around campus, it means Rutgers has teamed up with The JED Foundation to make sure mental health and suicide prevention measures here are among the best in the nation.
Being a JED Campus provides Rutgers–New Brunswick with:
- Expert Support: Benefit from a universitywide commitment to student safety and mental health.
- Resource Library: Access a large online collection of wellness and prevention tools.
