Your Chances of Getting Into Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Based on publicly available admissions data
Acceptance rate over 60%. Likely a safety or match for most applicants.
Admissions Statistics
What Matters Most
Is Rutgers University-New Brunswick a Reach, Target, or Safety?
With a 65.3% acceptance rate, Rutgers University-New Brunswick is likely a target or safety school for most students with competitive academic records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are my chances of getting into Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick accepts 65.3% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.
What GPA do I need for Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
Rutgers University-New Brunswick looks for academically strong students. Review recent CDS data on the school's website for GPA breakdowns of admitted students.
What SAT score do I need for Rutgers University-New Brunswick?
The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1270 and 1480 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1480 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 28-33.