Foundations for Success

From mapping out bus routes and addressing residential needs to finding the best places to eat or how to get your student ID, these resources can help you make the most of your time at Rutgers.

Discover resources, including:

• Campus maps and directions
• Student parking permits
• Aira Visual Interpreting Service
• Commuter resources

Education is a big investment, and finances should not be a barrier to your success. Here, you’ll find opportunities to help you pay your tuition and manage your finances.

Explore resources and get answers:

• What scholarships can I apply for?
• How do I pay my term bill?
• What is One Stop Student Services Center?
• What are my part-time job opportunities?

Success is often connected to physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. From medical and counseling services to nutrition guidance and recreational activities, resources are available to help you feel balanced and supported. Developing healthy routines around sleep, food, movement, and connection can make a big difference in how you manage college life as well as create beneficial habits that last long after graduation.

Find support for your well-being:

• What meal plans are there?
• Where can I take an exercise class?
• Where can I get mental health support?

Feeling safe is fundamental to student success. Rutgers offers 24/7 emergency response services for public safety, medical and psychological concerns, fire, and support for those impacted by interpersonal violence or other crimes. We recognize that the university is large and complex, and knowing which office to call can be difficult. For urgent and immediate issues, help is just a phone call or text away.

We're here when you need us:

• What is the phone number for RUPD?
• "I'm worried about a friend and need to talk to someone."

In case of an emergency, call or text 911.

From the moment you arrive at Rutgers, opportunities for self-discovery and growth await. Orientation programs will connect you with the Rutgers–New Brunswick community and introduce many ways to get involved. The first semester is a time of transition, with curricular and co-curricular experiences like small seminars, retreats, workshops, and mini-courses focused on personal discovery and leadership skills. Engaging in campus activities helps new students build relationships and find the resources for success.

Find answers to common questions, like:

• How do I stay on track during my time at Rutgers?
• What majors and careers might I be interested in?
• Where can I learn more about campus life and resources?