Rutgers University–Newark has launched the STAR Fund, a new initiative designed to help students facing financial hardships due to unexpected challenges–such as food insecurity, housing instability and other circumstances–stay on track toward earning their degrees.
Rutgers University–Newark is ranked #32 nationwide among top public universities up from #36 since last year, according to U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges rankings.
Rutgers University–Newark and Hudson County Community College have expanded their longstanding relationship to offer Hudson County students more bachelor’s degree options and benefits.
The Braven career accelerator program at Rutgers-Newark continues to help students find career pathways and job opportunities as it expands statewide. Braven recently opened a new headquarters in Newark and is extending its reach across New Jersey.
Rutgers University–Newark is showcasing programs that have supported its ranking as #5 in the nation for social mobility.
Nestor Cardenas never imagined himself studying abroad. But through Rutgers-Newark’s Study Away program, he's been to Africa, Belize, Nepal and Ecuador.
