Next Steps for Admitted Students

Welcome new Scarlet Raiders to Rutgers University–Newark.

Welcome Admitted Students

To all our newly admitted students we look forward to meeting and welcoming you to campus this fall. #RutgersNewarkBround

Activate Your NetID

Your first step is to activate your Rutgers NetID to access many of the electronic services available to you at Rutgers. Next, enroll in a two-step login with Duo. To protect Rutgers’ data and information security, the university will require all students to use a two-step login with Duo to access most services and tools requiring a NetID login.

Accept Your Offer by June 1, 2024

Ready to say “Yes” to Rutgers! Tell us by accepting your offer of admission and paying your $150 enrollment fee through your Rutgers Application Portal no later than June 1, 2024. Within 2-3 business days of paying the enrollment fee, access your myRutgers Dashboard to learn more about the next steps, such as course registration, housing and dining, financial aid, billing, final transcripts, new student orientation, and more.

Admitted Student Timelines

Below you will find our admitted student timelines, which are full of essential details as you prepare to make the transition to Rutgers–Newark.

Admitted Student Timeline for First-Year and Transfer Students

Get ready to begin your journey at Rutgers–Newark. Take note of what's coming up on your to-do list with these important dates.

February

• Accept our offer of admission in the Rutgers Application Portal by June 1, pay your $150 enrollment fee, and view all required steps for a newly admitted Rutgers–Newark student at go.rutgers.edu/portal.
• Activate your Rutgers NetID at netid.rutgers.edu.
• Access the myRutgers Dashboard at my.rutgers.edu to complete all the required Enrollment Pathway steps.
• Submit your official final transcript to: University Enrollment Services Admissions Processing
  Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
  65 Davidson Road, Room 308
  Piscataway, NJ 08854-8097

Financial Aid Reminder

• March 15, 2024 is the Rutgers priority filing deadline for the 2024-25 FAFSA, so you should act quickly if you have not yet applied. Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application (NJAFAA).
• Rutgers’ federal school code is 002629.
• With the delayed release of the new FAFSA, you will receive financial aid notification in spring 2024. For more info, check here.
• Financial aid award letters will be available online starting in spring for all admitted students who submitted a FAFSA by March 15, 2024.
• Look for scholarship notification in the spring as well. Only those selected are notified. No separate application is required. Learn more about scholarships.

Fall Enrollment Financial Aid Deadlines:

• March 15 – Complete the FAFSA or NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application (NJAFAA).
• August 1 – Complete all financial aid requirements/requests for documentation.

Spring Enrollment Financial Aid Deadlines:

• December 1 – Complete the FAFSA or NJAFAA.
• February 1 – Complete all financial aid requirements/requests for documentation.

Campus Housing

• Sign up for on-campus housing and/or dining from mid-February–June 7.

March/April

• The university requires all students to use a two-step login with Duo to access most services and tools requiring a NetID login, including the myRutgers dashboard. To learn more and enroll, follow the steps at it.rutgers.edu/two-step-login/ .

Placement Tests

• Complete placement tests from March 1–June 7.
• Placement testing for math, English, and most foreign languages is conducted online.
• Activate your NetID through the myRutgers Dashboard.
• Complete tests within 30 days of accepting your offer of admission unless you are awaiting accommodations.

2024 Undergraduate Admitted Student Day - April 20 - hope you and your family enjoyed this special day that was built just for you - our Future Scarlet Raiders!

Reminder: Accept our offer of admission by June 1, 2024

• Accept our offer of admission at Rutgers Application Portal.
• Priority date to accept admission is June 1, 2024.
• Attend an academic advising program.

May

• Meet with advisers and obtain assistance in selecting appropriate courses.
• You are more likely to graduate on time by registering for at least 15 credits per semester.
• Find more information at myRutgers Dashboard.

Attend Student Orientation, Advisement, and Registration (SOAR)

• Meet other new students, familiarize yourself with campus, and have your questions answered.
• Spring and summer dates for SOAR Days are posted at myRutgers Dashboard. Register to attend a session through your Enrollment Pathway at myRutgers.edu
• If you or your family members have questions related to placement testing, orientation, or registration, please email SOAR@newark.rutgers.edu.
• Learn more about Rutgers–Newark New Student Orientation.

June

• June 1 Deadline: Accept our offer of admission to Rutgers–Newark through the Application Portal by June 1.

On-Campus Housing

• Apply for on-campus housing no later than June 7.

Financial Aid: Expanded RU-N to TOP Information

• Learn more about Expanded Rutgers University–Newark Talent and Opportunity Pathways (RU-N to the TOP) financial aid program, including deadlines for fall enrollment. (Eligibility requirements must be met.)
• For RU-N to the TOP all students – must complete and submit the Admissions Application and the FAFSA or the NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application.

Submit Immunization Records

• Prior to the start of your first term at Rutgers–Newark, you are required to submit a Pre-Entrance Health Record Form showing proof of vaccinations. Submit your immunization health records.
• Note: Enrolled students are required to upload their COVID-19 vaccination records on the Rutgers Student Immunization portal. Your Rutgers NetID and password are required. Visit coronavirus.rutgers.edu for more information on the university's COVID-19 policy.

July

• Submit your final official transcripts/certificates (first-year students only) by July 1.
• Your final records must include certification of any diplomas or degrees and final grades for courses in progress at the time of your admission. These documents must be mailed in a sealed envelope to:

University Enrollment Services Admissions Processing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
65 Davidson Road, Room 308
Piscataway, NJ 08854-8097

View Your Term Bill

• Term bills are available online beginning in mid-July.
• Payment due dates begin in August. See payment plan options.

August

• Receive your housing assignment/roommate info in early August.
• Pay your term bill. Due date will be displayed on your bill.
• Review deadlines for fall enrollment. Must meet eligibility requirements. Learn more about Expanded RU-N to the TOP.
• August 1 All Students – Complete all financial aid requirements/requests for documentation.

Admitted Student Timeline for International Students

Take notes of these important dates as you prepare for your Rutgers–Newark journey.

January

• Submit the required documents for your I-20 between January and June.
• To receive your I-20, you must accept our offer of admission and submit the necessary financial documents dated January 1, 2024 or later.
• Learn more about the financial documentation and I-20 process.

February

• Sign up for on-campus housing and/or dining from mid-February–June 7.

Forms

• After you have enrolled, access forms through the Rutgers Application Portal and activate your NetID through the Enrollment Pathway at myRutgers Dashboard.

March/April

• Look for scholarship notification in March-April 2024.
• Only those selected are notified. No separate application is required. Learn more about scholarships.
• In order to receive a merit scholarship, awarded students must accept your Rutgers University—Newark offer of admissionno later than June 1, 2024. Rutgers University—Newark merit scholarships are not transferable internally from school to school or to the New Brunswick or Camden campuses.

Enroll in Two-Step Login with Duo

• The university requires all students to use a two-step login with Duo to access most services and tools requiring a NetID login, including the myRutgers dashboard. To learn more and enroll, follow the steps at it.rutgers.edu/two-step-login/.

2024 Undergraduate Admitted Student Day - April 20 - hope you and your family enjoyed this special day that was built just for you - our Future Scarlet Raiders!

Placement Testing

• Complete placement tests from March 1–June 7. Tests are administered online. Activate your NetID through the myRutgers Dashboard to access the tests.

I-20

• Obtain your I-20, pay your SEVIS I-901 fee, and apply for a visa between March–July.
• After receiving your I-20 from Rutgers, pay your SEVIS I-901 fee at fmjfee.com and apply for your visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate. The fee may be waived for current visa holders. Visit ice.gov/sevis/i901/faq for more information.

Required Orientation

All newly admitted and enrolled International students are required to attend student orientation.

• Register for International Student Orientation at myRutgers Dashboard from March–late August.

May

• Accept our offer of admission by June 1 through the Rutgers Application Portal.

Academic Advising

• Attend an academic advising program available from May–August.
• Meet with advisers and obtain assistance in selecting appropriate courses.
• Academic advising is also offered to students during International Student Orientation. Find more information at admissions.rutgers.edu/pathway.

Credit Evaluation: Transfer Students Only

• Receive your credit evaluation
• May–August
  • All transfer students who have accepted our offer of admission will receive a credit evaluation by the appropriate academic dean’s office.
  • New Jersey community college students should visit njtransfer.org to view the transferability of courses

  Required On-campus International Student Orientation Planning:

  All newly admitted and enrolled international students are required to attend student orientation.

  • Register for International Student Orientation at myRutgers Dashboard from March–late August.
  • Please start your preparation and planning to attend the International Student Orientation on the Rutgers-Newark campus being held on August 29-30

  June

  Submit Final Transcripts Submit your final official transcripts/certificates (first-year students only) by July 1. Your final records must include certification of any diplomas or degrees and final grades for courses in progress at the time of your admission. These documents must be mailed in a

  • Apply for on-campus housing by June 7
  • Applications are available through the myRutgers Dashboard.
  • Applications received after June 7 will be processed based on availability.

  Immunization Records

  • Submit your immunization health record by June 15 at go.rutgers.edu/immunization.
  • Note: Enrolled students are required to upload their COVID-19 vaccination records on the Rutgers Student Immunization portal at go.rutgers.edu/immunization. Your NetID and password are required. Visit coronavirus.rutgers.edu for more information on the university's COVID-19 policy.

  Prepare for Arrival

  • Prepare for arrival in the U.S. from June–August.
  • For information to assist you in preparing for your arrival, visit ice.gov/sevis/students.

  Admitted International Students Deadlines

  • Last day to submit admission documents: June 28
  • Last day to accept your admission to Rutgers-Newark: July 12
  • Last day to submit international documents via the Sunapsis: July 19

  July

  Submit Final Transcripts Submit your final official transcripts/certificates (first-year students only) by July 1. Your final records must include certification of any diplomas or degrees and final grades for courses in progress at the time of your admission. These documents must be mailed in a

  University Enrollment Services Admissions Processing
  Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
  65 Davidson Road, Room 308
  Piscataway, NJ 08854-8097

  • Term bills are available online beginning in mid-July.
  • Payment due dates begin in August. See payment plan options.

  Admitted International Students Deadlines

  • Last day to submit admission documents: June 28
  • Last day to accept your admission to Rutgers-Newark: July 12
  • Last day to submit international documents via the Sunapsis: July 19

  August

  • Receive your housing assignment/roommate information in early August.
  • Pay your term bill. Due date will be displayed on your bill.

  Required Orientation on August 29-30

  All newly admitted and enrolled international students are required to attend student orientation.

  • Attend the Required International Student Orientation in late August 29-30.
  • Plan to arrive one to two days prior to the start of orientation.

  Visits & Tours

  The best way to know Rutgers is to visit us. Our students and staff are eager to welcome you to campus for one of our many upcoming admitted student events.