Rutgers University—Newark is a public institution that was started in 1908. It has a undergraduate enrollment of 9,319, its environment is urban, and the campus size is 106 acres. It uses a semester-based academic year. Its in-state tuition/fees are $14,502; out-of-state tuition/fees are $31,284
Rutgers University—Newark is one of several campuses of Rutgers University and is situated in the largest city in the state. More than 60 percent of Rutgers University—Newark learners complete a degree program in the Newark College of Arts and Sciences. learners aren’t required to live on campus, though university housing options exist. The campus is near train, bus, subway and light rail stops, making commuting convenient. There are more than 100 clubs and organizations for interested learners to check out, as well as Rutgers University—Newark Scarlet Raiders sports matches against fellow NCAA Division III New Jersey Athletic Conference member schools.

Rutgers University—Newark also has a variety of degree programs for graduate learners through departments such as the Business School, the School of Law and the highly ranked School of Criminal Justice. Notable alumni of Rutgers University—Newark include Louis Freeh, former director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation; Hazel O’Leary, former U.S. Secretary of Energy; and sports columnist Jerry Izenberg.