Rutgers University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Average High School GPA: 3.85
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1270-1480
ACT Range: 28-33
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 49,359
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $14,222
Out-of-State Tuition: $33,734
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 22°F (-6°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 85°F (29°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 39 inches (991 mm)
Nearest Airport: Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) — Approximately 25 miles (30-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram: @rutgersu
Swim Team Instagram: @ruswimdive
Twitter: @RutgersU
Facebook: Rutgers University
LinkedIn: Rutgers University
YouTube: Rutgers University
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Big Ten Conference (B1G)
Nickname: Scarlet Knights
Mascot: Sir Henry, the Scarlet Knight
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Sonny Werblin Recreation Center
2024-25 Men’s Team Roster: n/a
Head Coach: Jon Maccoll
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #42
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #11 in Big Ten
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
#301
America's Best Large Employers 2025
#258
America's Dream Employers 2025
#79
#28
In Public Colleges
#58
In Research Universities
#38
In The Northeast
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#68
America's Best Employers for Women 2024
#178
Best Employers for New Grads 2024
#406
Best Employers for Diversity 2023
#70
#54
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: B+
Diversity: A
Athletics: C+
Professors: A+
Dorms: B-
Student Life: B
Value: B+
Campus: C+
Party Scene: A-
Location: B-
Campus Food: B
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #514 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: NR
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