Rutgers University - Newark

Rutgers University - Newark requires at least 120 credit hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Rutgers University - Newark accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Rutgers University - Newark has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 66% of students who start college at Rutgers University - Newark finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Rutgers University - Newark may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Rutgers University - Newark?

Rutgers University - Newark has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Rutgers University - Newark directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Rutgers University - Newark

When choosing a major, Rutgers University - Newark students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Rutgers University - Newark.Rutgers University - Newark allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Rutgers University - Newark false.Rutgers University - Newark offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rutgers University - Newark

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Does Rutgers University - Newark Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Rutgers University - Newark directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Rutgers University - Newark Offer Online Classes?

✅ Rutgers University - Newark true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Rutgers University - Newark Give AP Credit?

✅ Rutgers University - Newark true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Rutgers University - Newark Have An Honors Program?

✅ Rutgers University - Newark true for highly-qualified applicants, and true. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Rutgers University - Newark.

Does Rutgers University - Newark Require Internships?

🟨 Rutgers University - Newark does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Rutgers University - Newark

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Rutgers University - Newark Library

The main library on campus is the John Cotton Dana Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Rutgers University - Newark

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Rutgers Newark offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Rutgers University - Newark have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Rutgers University - Newark has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Rutgers University - Newark include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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