Rutgers Housing: When To Apply

Rutgers University–New Brunswick provides students with a variety of housing options across its five campuses. Incoming students are directed by Admissions to fill out their housing application via the MyRutgers portal. There is a non-refundable housing deposit of $200, which is credited to students' term bills in January if they remain in housing through the spring semester. Applications for the spring semester are open to all registered Rutgers University–New Brunswick students who are not currently assigned on-campus housing. The priority application deadline for spring 2023 was January 4, 2023. For the 2022-2023 academic year, the priority deadline for first-year and transfer students was June 7, 2022, and assignments were released during the first week of August.

Application deadlines

The application process for housing at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, varies depending on the student's status and the semester they are applying for.

For new incoming students, housing applications should be submitted through the Rutgers Portal. A $200 non-refundable housing deposit is required at the time of application. The priority deadline for the Fall semester is June 7th, and assignments for incoming first-year and transfer students are released during the first week of August.

For the Spring semester, housing is available to all registered Rutgers University–New Brunswick students who are not currently assigned on-campus housing. The priority application deadline is January 4th, and assignments are communicated no later than early January.

Continuing students at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, can re-apply for on-campus housing through an annual housing selection process. During this process, students must first apply for a housing selection number between Monday, January 23rd, and Tuesday, February 7th. All applicants will receive notification of their housing selection number via email on Wednesday, February 8th.

It is important to note that Rutgers University–New Brunswick operates one of the largest collegiate housing programs in the country, with over 50 housing options across its five interconnected campuses. Each campus offers a distinct living experience, ranging from large, lively residence halls to smaller, more intimate houses.

Application fees

Rutgers University–New Brunswick offers on-campus housing to all its students. To apply for housing, you must have already accepted your offer of admission and created your NetID. It may take a few days for your NetID to become active in the housing system.

The application process for graduate/family housing is not yet available. However, new incoming students can apply for housing through their Rutgers Portal.

For Spring 2023 semester housing, four applications are available: First-Year Application, Continuing and Transfer Application, Single-Graduate Application, and Family Application. No deposit is required to apply for spring housing. The priority application deadline for spring housing was January 4, 2023.

Current Rutgers students can re-apply for on-campus housing through an annual housing selection process that allows students to search and select a room or apartment online. To participate in the housing selection process, students must first apply for a housing selection number. Obtaining the housing selection number is not binding until you select your space. For the 2023-2024 academic year, eligible students could apply for a housing selection number between Monday, January 23, and Tuesday, February 7, 2023. All applicants received notification of their housing selection number via email on Wednesday, February 8, 2023.

Although Rutgers University–New Brunswick does not specify any application fees, it does outline the costs of attendance, which vary based on school affiliation, campus, and program. For example, for the 2023-2024 academic year, the cost of a typical room (residence hall/double occupancy), board (210 meal plan), and mandatory fees for New Jersey residents is different from that of non-New Jersey residents.

Housing options

Rutgers University–New Brunswick provides students with a variety of housing options across its five campuses. Each campus offers a distinct living experience, ranging from large, lively residence halls to smaller, more intimate houses.

On-Campus Housing

On-campus housing is available in New Brunswick, with applications made through the Rutgers Portal. The university operates one of the largest collegiate housing programs in the country, with more than 50 housing options.

Residence halls include:

• Busch
• College Avenue
• Cook/Douglass
• Livingston

There are also apartments available on the following campuses:

• Livingston
• College Ave
• Busch
• Cook/Douglass

Off-Campus Housing

There are many off-campus housing options near Rutgers University, New Brunswick. Students can find apartments and houses for rent within walking distance of the campus.

The Standard at New Brunswick offers luxury apartments with upscale amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness centre and comfortable study spaces.

Other off-campus housing options include:

• 40 Union Street
• 191 Hamilton Street
• 205 Easton Ave
• 6 Sicard Street
• 32 Union Street
• 15 Maple Street
• 15 Union Street
• 37 Prosper Street
• 10 Union Street
• 16 Lafayette Street

Roommates

Rutgers University–New Brunswick provides students with a variety of housing options across its five campuses. Each campus offers a distinct living experience, from large, lively residence halls to smaller, more intimate houses.

When it comes to roommates, there are a few things to keep in mind. Firstly, it's important to consider your potential roommate's living habits, communication style, and compatibility with your own lifestyle. Discussing sleep schedules, study habits, and preferences for shared spaces before committing to living together is essential. Additionally, Rutgers University–New Brunswick offers the option to request a specific roommate when filling out the housing application. If you don't have someone in mind, you can fill out a roommate matching survey to be paired with someone with similar living habits and preferences.

There are also external platforms that can help you find roommates, such as Roomies.com and RoomSurf. These platforms allow you to browse profiles and connect with potential roommates who share similar interests, habits, and preferences. You can also specify your preferred campus, such as College Ave Apartment or Judson Suites, Busch Campus.

It's important to note that once you commit to a space through a housing selection process, you are bound to your housing agreement and cannot participate in any other selection process. Therefore, it's advisable to give careful consideration to your roommate choices before making a decision.

Vaccination requirements

Rutgers University has a vaccination policy that all students must comply with before moving into on-campus housing. The policy applies to all new, returning, and re-enrolling students, and is designed to protect the health and safety of the Rutgers community.

All students must be fully compliant with the COVID-19 vaccination requirement, including the booster shot when eligible to receive one. Students with waivers or exemptions are not eligible to live on campus.

Additionally, all new and transfer students must comply with the New Jersey State and University immunization requirements. The specific requirements include:

• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR): 2 doses of the vaccine or serologic proof of immunity.
• Meningococcal meningitis: At least 1 dose after the age of 16 or within 5 years of the original vaccine.
• Tuberculosis (TB) testing.
• Hepatitis B vaccination and titer.
• Influenza: Annual dose of the vaccine in the fall.
• Varicella: 2 doses of the vaccine or serologic proof of immunity.
• Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis: Primary series plus a Tdap booster.

Submission Process

Students must upload their vaccination and booster documentation to the Rutgers Student Immunization Portal for verification. A NetID and password are required for this process.

Deadlines

The immunization deadline for new/incoming Fall 2023 students is June 1, 2023. For Spring 2023, the priority application deadline is January 4, 2023, and assignments will be communicated no later than early January 2023.

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