Rutgers University–Camden
Rutgers Smart | Camden Proud
Just a short, scenic walk from Philadelphia’s Center City, Rutgers University–Camden provides groundbreaking, impactful research while offering students truly experiential education in a close-knit, supportive environment.
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Discover Rutgers University–Camden
Rutgers–Camden offers the same prestigious degree and rigorous education that you expect from Rutgers University, along with all of the benefits of a small, intimate learning environment. You won’t just learn from expert faculty, you’ll work side-by-side with them to uncover solutions to the challenges facing our city, region, and beyond. The Rutgers–Camden community is both tightly knit and widely connected; our relationships with local businesses, agencies, and nonprofits mean you have exciting opportunities to explore your interests and passions outside of the classroom.
What’s more, our location in the heart of a major metropolitan area puts you within minutes of everything our region offers. On weekends and evenings, you’ll enjoy exploring the area’s historic sites, quaint shopping districts, and vibrant nightlife while making important industry connections.
Connecting Today, Building Tomorrow
From our acclaimed professors who ignite a love of learning to the classmates who support each other
every step of the way, the relationships you form here will benefit you in the classroom, workplace, and beyond.
Civic Engagement
Through community-based research, volunteer opportunities, engaged civic learning courses, and internships with local nonprofits and agencies, we'll empower you to make a difference in the city and region you call home and gain important skills along the way.
Campus Life
Learn to grow on an intimate, tree-lined campus where everything is within a 15-minute walk. Despite our small size, you’ll expand your worldview and explore new interests through our diverse range of activities, organizations, and other opportunities for you to leave your mark.
Housing & Dining
Refresh and refuel on our friendly campus, where residents and commuters agree: It sure feels good to be home. Rutgers–Camden offers plenty of options for living, dining, and just hanging out.
Choosing Rutgers–Camden
Your Rutgers–Camden journey begins with an application, and we’ve made the process simple and straightforward.
Meet with a member of our admissions team to answer all your questions.
A Rutgers education is an asset that can unlock a lifetime of opportunities without a lifetime of debt. We offer ways for students to reduce their college costs up to 100%.
Upcoming Camden Events
Rutgers–Camden is one of three universities within the Rutgers system, in addition to Rutgers–New Brunswick and Rutgers–Newark.