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Rutgers University

Rutgers University-New Brunswick
65.3%
ACCEPT
01Acceptance 02Tuition 03Transfer 04ROI 05AP Credit 06Majors 07Housing 08International

Transfer Admission Overview

Transferring to Rutgers University is an option for students who started at another institution.

65.3%
Freshman Accept Rate

How to Transfer to Rutgers University: Step by Step

1
Research Requirements
Check Rutgers University's transfer admission page for minimum credit hours, prerequisite courses, and GPA requirements.
2
Maintain a Strong GPA
Transfer admission is heavily GPA-based. Aim for a 3.5+ GPA at your current institution.
3
Complete Prerequisites
Take the general education and major prerequisites that Rutgers University expects.
4
Write a Compelling Essay
Explain why you want to transfer and why Rutgers University specifically.
5
Get Strong Recommendations
Ask professors who know your work well.
6
Apply on Time
Transfer deadlines are often earlier than freshman deadlines.

Rutgers University Transfer FAQs

What is Rutgers University's transfer acceptance rate?
Rutgers University does not publicly report a separate transfer acceptance rate. The freshman rate is 65.3%, and transfer admissions typically track the school's overall selectivity.
What GPA do I need to transfer to Rutgers University?
With a 65.3% freshman acceptance rate, Rutgers University typically expects transfer applicants to have a college GPA of 3.0+ with passing grades in core requirements. Stronger GPAs offset weaker high school records for transfer admits.
When are Rutgers University transfer application deadlines?
Most US colleges including Rutgers University accept fall transfers (March-April deadlines) and many also accept spring transfers (October-November deadlines). Check Rutgers University's admissions page for the exact dates each cycle.
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