September 21, 2021

Important Information Regarding COVID-19 
The Universitywide COVID-19 Information Page is your official source of information about the university’s response to COVID-19. This page has resources for students and parents along with announcements pertaining to COVID-19, FAQs, and the operating statuses of services, facilities, and offices at Rutgers. You are encouraged to check this site frequently.

One Stop Student Services Center Closing Early on Friday, September 24—All Students
The One Stop Student Services Center will close at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, September 24 to walk-ins, and will resume normal in-person hours on Monday, September 27. During the closure, One Stop can still be reached via the contact form here.

View and Pay Fall Semester Term Bills—All Students
Fall semester term bills are now available to view and make payment. Term bills not paid by the due date will be assessed a late payment fee of $125.00. It is recommended that students enroll in one of the Rutgers University Tuition Payment Plans (RUTPP) for those unable to pay the full amount due by the due date. Please view additional information and payment plan options here.

Schedule of Classes for Winter Now Available—All Students
The schedule of classes for the Winter 2022 term is now available. Earn credits towards a degree during winter break and choose from 150 courses in a wide range of subjects. Plan schedules now before registration begins on Monday, October 4. Learn more about Winter Session here.

Fall 2021 Add-Drop Dates—Undergraduate Students
October 25: Last day to withdraw from a course with a "W" grade
November 22: Last day to withdraw from the university for Fall 2021

Normal Webreg hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. View the Fall 2021 Undergraduate Calendar here. For assistance, please contact the One Stop Student Services Center.

Important Graduation Information—Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate students who anticipate completing January 2022 degree requirements must apply for graduation by submitting a diploma application online, or a hard copy (PDF) if the deadline has been missed. The January deadline is January 15, 2022. For any questions concerning a diploma application, please contact the Undergraduate Registrar’s Office at 848-445-2757 (and ask for Tia Williams) or submit an inquiry to the One Stop Student Services Center. Please note that completion of a diploma application does not imply that graduation requirements have been met.

Financial

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 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.

myGuest Authorized User Access for Term Bills, Grades, and More—All Students
Students can now authorize a third party or a parent with access to review academic records or make payments on their behalf. In order 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.

Set Up Electronic Deposit to Receive Refunds Faster—All Students
Students are strongly encouraged to set up direct deposit for the fastest, safest, and most convenient way to receive refunds. Funds are available for immediate use once deposited electronically. Learn more about electronic deposit here.

Health

Waive and/or Enroll in Student Health Insurance by September 21 Deadline—All Students
Rutgers requires all full-time and F and J visa-sponsored students to waive or enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan. The Health Insurance premium is automatically added to the term bill each semester. The open waiver/enrollment period ends September 21, 2021.
   
Enrolling? Paying the premium is not enrolling, and the enrollment form must be completed by the deadline.

Waiving? The premium will be removed from the term bill within 4 business days after submission of the waiver form.

To waive or enroll, view waiver requirements per student type, rates, deadline dates, summary of benefits, and "after submission" procedures of the waiver/enrollment forms, please click here.

General

Take the Scarlet Knight Challenge—Undergraduate Students
To assist new students in building connections with the Rutgers community and learning about essential campus services, New Student Orientation and Family Programs has created the Scarlet Knight Challenge. This challenge will assist new students with navigating the campus, calming nerves that may arise, finding a place to call home on campus, making friends, and having fun while winning  prizes. This challenge is exclusively open to all first-year and transfer students. Learn more about how to participate here.

Academics

Register for Bloustein School's Master's in Public Policy & Urban Planning Information Sessions—All Students
The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy is hosting virtual information sessions for their master and graduate certificate programs in Public Policy and Urban Planning. The GRE is waived for 2022 and scholarships are available for Fall 2022. No work experience is necessary. Students must RSVP to attend an information session. Learn more and register for a session here.

Applications for the Bloustein School's Mary Ann and Steven J. Allard Fellowship Program—Undergraduate Students
The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy and the Allard Family have established a fellowship for outstanding, declared, and non-traditional public health students who have demonstrated a personal commitment or outstanding academic potential in their public health studies. For 2021-2022, two eligible undergraduate students with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA will be selected as fellows to receive $2,000 each. The deadline for applications is October 15, 2021. Please email allardfellowship@ejb.rutgers.edu with any questions. Learn more about the fellowship here.

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.