Quick Facts & Institutional Rankings
- Global Recognition: Ranked among the Top 40 National Universities and Top 15 Public Universities in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report.
- Historic Heritage: Founded before the American Revolution, combining rich traditions with cutting-edge modern innovation.
- Vibrant Student Body: Home to over 50,000 driven students, including a dynamic community of international students from over 100 countries.
- Prime Location: Situated in New Brunswick and Piscataway, NJ, just a short train ride away from New York City and Philadelphia.
Academic Excellence & World-Class Schools
Rutgers–New Brunswick offers more than 100 undergraduate majors and thousands of graduate programs across its specialized schools:
- School of Engineering: Renowned for top-tier programs in Biomedical, Mechanical, and Aerospace Engineering.
- Rutgers Business School: Strategically connected to Wall Street, offering leading programs in Supply Chain Management, Finance, and Business Analytics.
- School of Arts and Sciences: The largest academic unit, spanning excellent programs in Computer Science, Economics, Psychology, and Data Science.
- Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy: A highly competitive, world-renowned doctoral program in pharmaceutical sciences.
Research Powerhouse & Innovation
- Massive Research Funding: Over $900 million in annual research and development expenditures.
- Elite Faculty: Learn from National Academy scientists, MacArthur "Genius" fellows, and Guggenheim fellows.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access to top-tier laboratories, including the NIH-funded Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine.
Campus Life & Global Community
- Five Interconnected Campuses: Busch, College Avenue, Cook, Douglass, and Livingston—each featuring a unique community character linked by a free campus bus system.
- Over 750 Student Organizations: Engage in cultural clubs, professional societies, creative arts, and intramural sports leagues.
- Big Ten Athletics: Cheer on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in NCAA Division I sports within the elite Big Ten Conference.
Career Prospects & Alumni Network
- Unbeatable Location: Tap into internships and full-time career roles in the New York metropolitan area's financial, pharmaceutical, and technology hubs.
- Global Alumni Network: Join a powerful network of over 570,000 living alumni, including Fortune 500 CEOs, political leaders, and Nobel Laureates.
- Top Employers: Rutgers graduates are heavily recruited by global leaders like Amazon, Ernst & Young (EY), Johnson & Johnson, Deloitte, and JPMorgan Chase.
