Admissions Overview
The admission process at Rutgers University-New Brunswick has a 65% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Rutgers University-New Brunswick has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
65%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
43,347
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
27%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Rutgers University-New Brunswick has a 65% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Rutgers University-New Brunswick evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$70
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. About 51% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,270 to 1,480. Additionally, about 5% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 33.
SAT Scores
51% of students submitted400
1600
1270 – 1480
200
800
630 – 720
200
800
640 – 760
ACT Scores
5% of students submitted1
36
28 – 33
1
36
27 – 34
1
36
26 – 34
Admission Statistics
43,347 students applied to Rutgers–New Brunswick. Of those, 65% were accepted (28,326 students). Of these 28,326 accepted students, 7,681 chose to enroll.
43,347
Total Applicants
28,326
Students Admitted
7,681
Students Enrolled
65%
Acceptance Rate