November 19, 2024
The One Stop Weekly – your source for official student information – is published every Tuesday during the semester by the One Stop Student Services Center (One Stop) at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, contains timely academic and student information. Students are responsible for knowing the information in these notices and taking appropriate action. For additional information, follow any of the links in the announcements. The One Stop represents an integrated and coordinated cross-functional service in the areas of financial aid, student accounts, and registration, and can be reached using the contact form or in-person at Dr. Samuel Dewitt Proctor Hall located at 65 Davidson Road on Busch Campus.
Notices
Spring 2024 Pre-Registration—All Students
Pre-Registration for Spring 2024 began on Monday, November 11, for New Brunswick graduate students, and undergraduate students and continues through Thursday, November 21. Registration for undergraduate students is by degree credits already earned. View pre-registration dates here and submit questions to the One Stop Student Services Center.
Registration for Winter Session Now Open—All Students
Registration for the Winter 2025 term is ongoing. Students can make progress towards a degree this winter and choose from 150+ courses in a wide variety of subjects. Please note that in order to register, students must have an established GPA of 2.0 or higher. First-year students who are enrolled in the fall are not eligible to register for Winter Session. Learn more about Winter Session here.
Last Day to Withdraw for Fall 2024—Undergraduate Students
Friday, December 13, is the last day to withdraw from the university for Fall 2024. Normal Webreg hours are 6:30 a.m. to midnight, Monday through Friday, and 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. View the Fall Undergraduate Calendar here and request assistance through the webform here.
Important Graduation Information—Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate students who anticipate completing January 2025 degree requirements must apply for graduation by submitting a diploma application online or a hard copy if the deadline has been missed. The January deadline is January 15, 2025. Any questions concerning a diploma application can be submitted to the Undergraduate Registrar’s Office via this webform. Please note that completion of a diploma application does not imply that graduation requirements have been met.
Financial
Scarlet$ense Upcoming Financial Literacy Workshop—All Students
Scarlet$ense holds the "How to Grow and Build Credit" workshop at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20, in room 107A of Dr. Samuel DeWitt Proctor Hall on the Busch Campus. Participants will learn the essentials to growing a good credit score. All are welcome to attend. Learn more and register for the workshop here.
Winter 2025 Term Bills—All Students
Winter Session 2025 term bills are due on December 3, 2024. Students can pay online at paymybill.rutgers.edu.
Rutgers Tuition Payment Plans—All Students
The Rutgers Tuition Payment Plan allows students to pay tuition and fees over time in an interest-free plan that automatically deducts the amount from bank accounts via e-check payments, credit cards, or debit cards. Winter 2025 and Spring 2025 payment plans are now available. Learn more about payment plans here.
GradGuard Tuition Insurance—All Students
The GradGuard Tuition Insurance Plan helps students and their families overcome the financial losses that may result from events that force students to withdraw from the semester due to a covered medical reason, including illness, injury, and mental health conditions. Learn more about GradGuard Tuition Insurance here. Students can now enroll in GradGuard Tuition Insurance plans in Nelnet QuikPay. Enrollment instructions can be found here (PDF). RBHS students must enroll directly via GradGuard.
Payment Center Hours of Operation—All Students
Please note that the New Brunswick Payment Center's new hours of operation are Tuesday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Dr. Samuel Dewitt Proctor Hall on the Busch Campus.
Enroll in Direct Deposit for Faster Refunds—All Students
Direct deposit is the fastest, safest, and most convenient way to receive refunds issued by Rutgers. View instructions for setting up direct deposit here. International students who are eligible for a refund can enroll in direct deposit using a U.S. bank account. Please note that direct deposit is currently not available for summer or winter refunds. Students not enrolled in direct deposit will receive a pop-up alert on the myRutgers portal that must be acknowledged.
Health Insurance Waiver Appeal and Enrollment Procedures— Full-Time and ALL F&J Rutgers Visa Sponsored Students Only
Students who have failed to waive or enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan before the deadline should follow these guidelines:
- Failed to Waive? You are being enrolled in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) and will be responsible for the premium on the term bill even though you have other health insurance. You can complete a waiver appeal form before November 30, 2024, at www.universityhealthplans.com. Once a waiver appeal has been submitted before the deadline, the premium ($1,233) will automatically be removed from the term bill.
- F&J Rutgers visa sponsored students must contact Eirinn Jones at Rutgers Global via email to request a waiver appeal before November 30, 2024. Rutgers ID# must be included for identification.
- Failed to Enroll? Your enrollment in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is now being processed. Visit www.uhcsr.com to create an account and access your insurance card after October 15, 2024.
- Note: Be proactive and enroll before the deadline each semester and avoid having to pay out-of-pocket expenses for medical care including medication, and then seek reimbursement.
Staff/Faculty Taxable Remission—Graduate Students Who Are Staff/Faculty
Please be aware that the full value of staff/faculty graduate tuition remission is subject to federal and New Jersey state tax withholding. In addition, under federal regulations, any graduate tuition remission benefit over $5,250 per calendar year is also considered taxable. Please refer to the 2024 Tax Withholding Schedule for the 2024 withholding dates.
myGuest Authorized User Access for Term Bills, Grades, and More—All Students
Students can authorize a third party or a parent with access to review academic records, view financial aid rewards, or make payments on their behalf. To grant this access, students must log in to their myRutgers Dashboard, and use the "Authorized Access" icon to provide access to the desired authorized party. Additional instructions for the myGuest Dashboard can be found here.
One Stop Student Services Center and Walk-Ins—All Students
The One Stop Student Services Center (One Stop) at Rutgers University–New Brunswick represents an integrated and coordinated cross-functional service in the areas of financial aid, student accounts, and registration. One Stop acts as a “single point of service” across these areas to promote a progressive, simplified, and consistent student experience and a culture that supports student satisfaction and success. Questions can be submitted using the contact form, by phone at 848-445-4636 (INFO), or by visiting the One Stop at Dr. Samuel Dewitt Proctor Hall located at 65 Davidson Road on Busch Campus. No appointments are necessary for walk-ins. The center is open Monday–Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Students can follow updates from One Stop on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Academics
Graduate Workshop Series and GRE and MCAT Prep—All Students
The Learning Centers offer GRE and MCAT Prep Workshops as well as Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning and Analytical Writing sessions. The Graduate Workshop Series is still open for registration. Students needing motivation or focus time are invited to stop by the Learning Centers to join Monday Motivation and Friday Focus each week until the end of the semester. Learn more and register for workshops here.
Registration for Bloustein School's Master’s in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Public Informatics & Health Administration Fall 2024 Zoom Information Sessions—All Students
The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy hosts virtual information sessions during the Fall 2024 semester for their master and graduate certificate programs in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Public Informatics, and Health Administration. The GRE is waived for 2025 and scholarships are available for Fall 2025. No work experience is necessary. Students must RSVP to attend an information session. Learn more and register for a session here.
In-Person LSAT Test Prep Course—Graduate Students
Registration is open for the February and June 2025 in-person LSAT test, and 2024 and 2025 LSAT online dates are also available. The course includes 30 hours of classroom instruction from experienced test preparation professionals and the easy-to-follow program uses proven techniques to simplify the LSAT. The test has changed and these courses will help students prepare. Learn more and register here.
Student Success Resources
Success.rutgers.edu is dedicated to helping students find all of the services and resources to succeed and is organized around four themes: Success Essentials, Academic Support Services, Involvement & Community, and Experiential Learning & Career Preparation. The site is easily searchable and includes important "How To" instructional videos and guides for topics such as Course Scheduling, Add/Drop, Canvas, Teams, the Handshake Career Management platform, and more.
Jobs, Internships and Leadership Positions
Students should regularly check out the employment listings available on Rutgers Handshake, your primary career management portal brought to you by the Office of Career Exploration and Success. On-campus part-time jobs are also regularly posted to the platform by campus departments.
Campus Involvement Opportunities and Events
Students should regularly check out the calendar of events at GetInvolved.
Did You Know?
Did you know that the 22nd Annual Rutgers Big Chill 5K is on Saturday, December 14, at 10 a.m.? Starting at the College Avenue Gym, the event includes an in-person race and a virtual option. For just $25 and a toy donation (valued at $10 or more), you can help spread joy to children in our local community this holiday season. Learn more and register here.