Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
65.35%
SAT Average
1,383
ACT Range
28-33
Rutgers University-New Brunswick Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 65.35%. This means approximately 654 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 36,357 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
65.35%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $17,239 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $36,001 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $35,232 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $23,519 | State avg: $17,613. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 27.20% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 36.79% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Rutgers University-New Brunswick Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$36,001
Room and board
$14,715
Books and supplies
$1,391
Other expenses
$4,372
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$35,232
Average net price
$23,519
Average aid coverage
33%
$11,713 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Rutgers University-New Brunswick pays approximately $23,519 per year after grants and aid. This is above the New Jersey average of $17,613 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Jersey and national averages.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick net price
$23,519
New Jersey average
$17,613
National average
$17,506
Rutgers University-New Brunswick Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $36,001 and average net price at $23,519. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$36,001
Current net price
$23,519
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
85.01%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$74,479
Undergraduates
36,357
10-Year Median Earnings - Rutgers University-New Brunswick vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
Undergraduates
36,357
Completion rate
85.01%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
27.20%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
36.79%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 27.20% of Rutgers University-New Brunswick students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 36.79% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Rutgers University-New Brunswick's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Rutgers University-New Brunswick lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is listed at 83 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1281. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Rutgers University-New Brunswick with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | 65.35% | $36,001 | $23,519 | $74,479 |
| Princeton University | 4.50% | $59,710 | $10,555 | $110,066 |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | 43.44% | $60,952 | $40,468 | $108,772 |
| Chamberlain University-New Jersey | 90.00% | $20,462 | $36,438 | $92,405 |
| Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing | 25.00% | $23,489 | $21,187 | $87,408 |
Similar Schools in New Brunswick
This local cluster focuses on nearby New Brunswick schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around New Brunswick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutgers University-New Brunswick's acceptance rate?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 65.35%.
How much is Rutgers University-New Brunswick tuition?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $36,001.
What is Rutgers University-New Brunswick's average net price?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick's average net price in the local dataset is $23,519.
What is Rutgers University-New Brunswick's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $74,479 for Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
Is Rutgers University-New Brunswick accredited?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
The local dataset lists 36,357 undergraduate students at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
What percentage of Rutgers University-New Brunswick students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Rutgers University-New Brunswick in the local dataset is 27.20%.
What is the federal loan rate at Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
The federal loan rate for Rutgers University-New Brunswick in the local dataset is 36.79%.
Where should I verify Rutgers University-New Brunswick data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Rutgers University-New Brunswick or the latest official federal education data.