Invest in your future.
Times are tough, and college doesn’t come cheap. But a Rutgers education is one of the smartest investments you can make. A public school education costs a fraction of a private school education, and Rutgers is one of the best in the country. Our peers in the Association of American Universities include private school powerhouses like Princeton, NYU, and Boston University. But a Rutgers degree has been rated a better
return-on-investment than any private school or most other public institutions.
Rutgers is a great value, whether you pay in-state or out-of-state tuition. But tough choices remain. Will you need help financing your Rutgers education? And what kind of financial aid best suits your needs? Gift aid, loans, work-study—or a combination?
- Gift aid—grants, scholarships, and fellowships—are awards that do not require repayment.
- Loans can come from federal, state, and private sources and must be repaid, usually after graduation.
- Work-study provides part-time jobs to help pay college expenses.
Sorting out the options can be daunting. Rutgers is here to help. Our
financial aid staff will work with you. Add it up—a Rutgers education is within reach.