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Rutgers–Newark

Rutgers University-Newark · Newark, New Jersey · Public

79%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$17,425average net price, in-state

Rutgers–Newark admitted 79% of 17,779 applicants (Common Data Set 2023-2024). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 68% of students graduate within six years.

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Early decision and early action

Rutgers–Newark offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.

What admissions weighs

How Rutgers–Newark rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • Essay

Considered

  • Class rank
  • Activities
  • First generation
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • Test scores
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • Legacy
  • Religion

What it costs

Full price with housing is $37,409 in-state and $56,171 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $17,425 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$14,840
  • $30–48k$16,252
  • $48–75k$17,388
  • $75–110k$25,608
  • $110k+$32,589

Quick answers

What is Rutgers–Newark’s acceptance rate?

Rutgers–Newark admitted 79% of applicants: 13,997 of 17,779 (Common Data Set 2023-2024).

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