Rutgers University-Newark
Newark NJ

Listed by National Faculty Productivity Index as one of the country's top urban public research universities, Rutgers University Newark is part of the Rutgers University system in New Jersey. The school traces its roots back to 1908 when the New Jersey Law School was established. Over the next three decades, the school partnered with Newark--Dana College, the Newark Institute of Arts & Sciences, the Seth Boyden School of business and the Mercer Beasley School of Law. The mergers created the University of Newark. Finally, in 1946, the school became a part of Rutgers University.

U.S. News and World Report named the university as the most diverse university in the nation for eleven years. Known for its rich cultural, ethnic, religious and racial diverse campus, Rutgers University Newark has a reputation for educating many first generation college students from the working class and urban areas in New Jersey. The 37-acre campus is located in downtown Newark adjacent to 5 other area campuses with more than 35,000 students.

In the past, Rutgers University Newark was known mostly as a commuter college, but in recent years, the college has sought to become more of a residential campus. Students may choose to live in one of several residence halls or apartments, including the new University Square. University Square accommodates over 600 students and was the first new residence hall built in the last decade. More than 1,200 Rutgers University Newark students live on campus.

Rutgers University Newark students may choose from over 40 degree fields at one of the six schools. The schools consists of: Newark College of Arts and Sciences, College of nursing, the School of Criminal Justice, Rutgers School of Law - Newark, Rutgers Business School, Graduate School - Newark and the School of Public Affairs and Administration.


Quick Facts:

Over 10,000 students attend the Rutgers University Newark. Over 50 percent are women and more than 60 percent are full-time.

More than 1,200 baccalaureate, 1,000 graduate and 60 doctorate degrees are awarded each year at Rutgers University Newark.

There are over 460 full-time faculty members. Almost 100 percent have their doctorate or terminal degree.

The Golden Dome Athletic Center offers students the opportunity to stay fit. The center has five tennis courts, pool, two gymnasiums, four racquetball courts and a 7,000 square foot fitness center.

The John Cotton Library offers access to over 600,000 printed books and periodicals. The library also has access to over 615,000 electronic and online materials.

Rutgers University Rutgers is a NCAA Division III school offering one dozen sports teams. Intramural athletics are also on campus.

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