Rutgers University-New Brunswick: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Rutgers University-New Brunswick admits about 58.2% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1310–1500 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 28–34 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick At a Glance
| Location | New Brunswick, New Jersey |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 37,751 |
| Acceptance Rate | 58.2% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 650-730 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 660-770 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1310-1500 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1410 |
| ACT Range | 28-33 |
| Average Net Price | $24,897/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $18,824/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $39,649/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 83.9% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 93% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $80,490 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $18,974 |
How Rutgers University-New Brunswick Compares
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is more selective than about 75% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 37,751 students, it is larger than about 93% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutgers University-New Brunswick's acceptance rate?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick's acceptance rate is about 58.2%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
Admitted students at Rutgers University-New Brunswick typically report a combined SAT score between 1310 and 1500 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Rutgers University-New Brunswick require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Rutgers University-New Brunswick's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
The average net price reported for Rutgers University-New Brunswick is $24,897 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.