We strongly encourage students to apply online. Internet access is available in most high school guidance counselor offices, community college transfer offices, public libraries, and Rutgers Undergraduate Admissions offices.
No. Test scores are only one component of the decision-making process. Standardized tests were designed to be used in conjunction with a student's high school record, so there are no minimum SAT or ACT scores required for admission to any of the colleges at Rutgers University. Rutgers looks at all of the credentials a student submits but places a greater emphasis on the student's academic performance as reflected on his or her high school transcript. For the SAT, your best individual critical reading and math scores from multiple test administrations will be used.
If you have a GED you must be certain to provide the following documents in support of your application:
1. An official report of your GED examination scores.
2. Transcripts from any high school you attended regardless of the length of enrollment.
3. Transcripts from any college you have attended. Please note that
courses taken in math, science, and foreign language at another college
may be used to satisfy entrance requirements.
All students who provide a valid email address on their online application will receive an immediate email response confirming its receipt. You may check the status of your application at Your Rutgers Status screen. You will need your nine-digit ID number or your assigned student identification number and your PIN to access this secure site. If you do not have access to the Internet, please call (732) 445-4636 and student assistants will access your status screen for you.
