Rutgers University-New Brunswick

    New Brunswick, NJ · Public · Doctoral / R1 research university

    SAT middle 50% (admitted students)
    1310–1500
    Median ~1405
    Acceptance rate
    58%
    Enrollment
    37,751
    ACT middle 50%
    28–33

    Tuition and outcomes

    Tuition (in-state)
    $17,929
    Tuition (out-of-state)
    $37,441
    Median earnings 10 years after entry
    $74,479
    4-year completion rate (150% time)
    84%

    Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent available year. Tuition excludes room, board, fees, and books.

    How your SAT score lines up

    At Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 25% of admitted students score below 1310 and 25% score above 1500. Scoring at the 75th percentile or higher makes the SAT a positive factor in your application.

    • 1540+ SAT: Strong — above the 75th percentile of admitted students.
    • 1500 SAT (75th percentile): Competitive — at or above the 75th percentile.
    • 1405 SAT (median): In range — near the median of admitted students.
    • 1310 SAT (25th percentile): Low end — within the 25th–50th percentile band.
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    FAQs

    What SAT score do I need for Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Rutgers, The State University; Rutgers University; Rutgers U; Rutgers; Rutgers-New Brunswick; Rutgers, New Brunswick; Rutgers New Brunswick?

    Rutgers University-New Brunswick's admitted students have a middle-50% SAT range of 1310–1500, with a median around 1405. To be competitive, aim for 1500+ — this puts you at or above the 75th percentile of admitted students.

    What is Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Rutgers, The State University; Rutgers University; Rutgers U; Rutgers; Rutgers-New Brunswick; Rutgers, New Brunswick; Rutgers New Brunswick's acceptance rate?

    Rutgers University-New Brunswick's most recently reported acceptance rate is approximately 58%.

    How much does it cost to attend Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Rutgers, The State University; Rutgers University; Rutgers U; Rutgers; Rutgers-New Brunswick; Rutgers, New Brunswick; Rutgers New Brunswick?

    In-state tuition is approximately $17,929 and out-of-state is approximately $37,441. These figures exclude room, board, and fees.

    Is Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Rutgers, The State University; Rutgers University; Rutgers U; Rutgers; Rutgers-New Brunswick; Rutgers, New Brunswick; Rutgers New Brunswick test-optional in 2026?

    Many US universities adjusted test policies after 2020. Check Rutgers University-New Brunswick's admissions page for current test-optional, test-required, or test-flexible policy.

    Official site: newbrunswick.rutgers.edu

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