Tuition and Financial Aid | Rutgers University Admissions & Tuition Tuition and Financial Aid Tuition and Financial Aid Excellent Education within Reach As The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers strives to keep quality education within reach. To help eligible students afford a Rutgers education, the university offers scholarships, grants, student employment, information about loans, and tuition payment plans. With reasonable tuition and generous financial aid, Rutgers offers an educational investment that will pay off. $91M+ Aid awarded to first-year students 2023-2024 data $16,865 Average financial aid offer for first-year students 2023-2024 data $27,447 Average borrowing amount in federal loans over four years of undergraduate study 2023-2024 data Financial Aid at Rutgers Cost of Attending Rutgers Estimate your annual cost of attending Rutgers as an undergraduate with this quick tool that calculates tuition and fees for in-state and out-of-state students. Note: Tuition and fee rates shown are for the 2025–2026 academic year at one of three arts and sciences schools in Rutgers University. Please use the Net Price Calculator for your personalized cost of attendance. Comprehensive Tuition and Fees Listing Net Price Calculator (Personalized Cost) Cost for Undergraduates Cost of Graduate Attendance Tuition and fees vary based on attendance in New Brunswick, Newark, Camden, or through Rutgers Health. View Estimated Graduate Cost of Attendance View Estimated Rutgers Health Cost of Attendance Understanding Tuition, Fees, and Other Costs of Attending Rutgers Attending Rutgers, or any university, will have both direct and indirect costs, which typically include tuition, enrollment fees, housing expenses, costs for meal plans, books and class materials, transportation, and personal expenses. Tuition is the cost charged by the university for taking courses, and is often based on the number of credits you take.  At Rutgers, tuition varies based on school affiliation, campus, and program. After registering for courses, Rutgers issues students an online term bill each semester, which includes all tuition and fees. Term bills list the tuition, fees, and other costs due after deducting for credits for loans and financial aid, such as scholarships, grants, and other items. Paying your term bill completes your enrollment for each semester. An interest-free payment plan option is available. Comprehensive Tuition and Fees Listing Fee Descriptions Financing Your Education Brochure [PDF] Paying for Your Education The most important step in the financial aid process is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Completing the FAFSA annually is how students apply to receive federal grants, loans, merit-based scholarships from Rutgers, and work-study offers. FAFSA applications also determine if New Jersey students are eligible for state aid. All students are encouraged to submit a FAFSA every year. It is typical for students to piece together the funds to attend college through a variety of sources. Many students at Rutgers receive some form of financial assistance through grants/scholarships, loans, and/or work study, and then use a combination of personal or family contributions or outside funding to make up the difference after financial aid. Learn How to Apply for Financial Aid Paying for College Tuition Payment Plans Student Employment Access to Excellent Education All eligible New Jersey students can attend Rutgers tuition-free for four years through a combination of university, federal and state financial aid programs. Our R-UN to the Top, Bridging the Gap, and Scarlet Guarantee programs build on existing state and federal aid programs to enable in-state students with family incomes below $65,000 to attend the university tuition-free and to reduce tuition and fees for students with family incomes below $100,000. Rutgers makes a world-class education accessible and affordable. $120M+ in federal Pell Grants to more than 19,000 Rutgers students, 2024–2025 Ranked Top 25 in Pell graduation rates for all three Rutgers locations ( U.S. News & World Report 9,000 students received nearly $30 million in financial aid and emergency assistance through Scarlet Guarantee Grants 86% of Rutgers students receive financial aid 34% of 1st-year students are first-generation undergraduates How Rutgers creates access to education The Scarlet Guarantee The Scarlet Guarantee is a signature Rutgers–New Brunswick program designed to make college more accessible and affordable, offering a "last dollar" financial aid award that covers the cost of in-state tuition and mandatory fees. Additional Resources Navigating financial aid can be difficult, particularly for first-time students. Learn more about financial aid options and helpful resources available at Rutgers. Financial Aid Options Scholarships Financial Tools & Resources