November 14, 2023

Change in Class Designation Days Next Week—All Students
Due to the Thanksgiving break next week, Thursday classes will meet on November 21, and Friday classes will meet on November 22.

University Withdrawal Deadline—Undergraduate Students
The last day to withdraw from the University for Fall 2023 is December 14. Learn more and view the Fall 2023 Undergraduate Calendar here. For assistance, please contact the One Stop Student Services Center.

Spring 2024 Pre-Registration Continues—Undergraduate Students
Pre-registration for the Spring 2024 term for New Brunswick graduate students and undergraduate students continues through Thursday, November 16. Registration for undergraduate students is by degree credits already earned. Please use this contact form for assistance, and learn more about specific pre-registration dates here.

Registration for Winter Session Is Ongoing—All Students
Registration for the Winter 2024 term is in progress. Earn credits towards a degree during winter break, and choose from 150 courses in a wide range of subjects. Please note that students must have an established GPA of 2.0 or higher to register. Rutgers first-year and transfer students who enrolled in the fall are not eligible to register. Learn more about winter session here.

Important Graduation Information—Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate students who anticipate completing January 2024 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, 2024. 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

Fall 2023 Term Bills—All Students
Fall 2023 semester term bills are available to view and pay online here.

2024–2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Process—All Students
The 2024–2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process is being updated as a result of the FAFSA Simplification Act. Please visit the FAFSA Simplification page to learn more. The FAFSA for the 2024–2025 academic year will be available in December, and the Rutgers priority filing deadline is February 15, 2024, for incoming, continuing, and transfer students.

New Brunswick Payment Center's Updated Hours of Operation—All Students
The New Brunswick Payment Center at Dr. Samuel Dewitt Proctor Hall on the Busch Campus will be operating as follows: Wednesday–Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. View more information regarding payment options and payment centers here.

Winter 2024 & Spring 2024 Tuition Payment Plans—All Students
Rutgers has partnered with Nelnet Campus Commerce to allow 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. Enrollment is open for the Winter 2024 payment plan and the 5-payment plan for Spring 2024. The last day to enroll in the 5-payment plan for Spring 2024 is December 5, 2023. View more information regarding payment plans here.

Waiver Appeal and Enrollment Guidelines in the Student Health Insurance Plan—All Students
Mandatory action required: Rutgers requires full time and F&J Rutgers visa sponsored students to waive or enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) each semester before the deadline.

• Waiver: If you completed the waiver before the deadline and the premium was removed from the term bill, NO further action is required. University Health Plans (Broker) does not have access to the term bill, and therefore cannot confirm if the premium was removed. Students/parents/families can view the term bill online to confirm. 

• Waiver Appeal: If a waiver was not submitted before September 23, 2023, you may complete a waiver appeal at www.universityhealthplans.com. Students who failed to submit a waiver before the deadline are now being added to the SHIP and are responsible for the premium on the term bill even though they may have comparable health insurance. Once a waiver appeal is submitted, the premium will be automatically removed from the term bill within (four) 4 business days. The waiver appeal deadline is November 30, 2023. Appeals for Fall 2023 will not be accepted after this date. 

• Enrollment: If an enrollment form was not submitted before the deadline, enrollment in the SHIP is now being processed and the insurance card will be available in a few days. Paying the premium on the term bill is not enrolling, and the form should be completed each semester before the deadline. Please visit www.universityhealthplans.com to view the summary of benefits and how to get the insurance card. 

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.

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 2023 Tax Withholding Schedule for Fall 2023 withholding dates.

Cash Payments—All Students
Due to the health and safety concerns associated with handling cash for students and staff, it is strongly encouraged that students use electronic payment methods instead of cash payments for paying term bills. Please review payment options and the Cash Handling Policy for more information.

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.

Health

HIV/STI Testing—All Students
Getting tested regularly is one of the most important things that students can do for their health, and it only takes 20 minutes. Please consider getting tested for HIV and STIs on Monday, December 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. in Livingston Hall of the Livingston Student Center. Students will not have to wait until the end of the semester to receive their results.

Get Ready for Flu Season with Flu Vaccination Clinics—All Students
Fall 2023 Flu Vaccination Clinics will be held from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the following dates and locations:

• November 14: Multipurpose Room of the Busch Student Center

• November 21: Multipurpose Room of the College Avenue Student Center

Students should bring their Rutgers student ID and insurance cards to the clinics. In order to save time, consent forms can be completed in advance. Learn more about the flu clinics here.

Academics

Learning Centers Open Late for Night Against Procrastination—All Students
The Learning Centers will be open late on Wednesday, November 29, for students who need extra support or a mental break. The Busch Learning Center and the College Avenue Learning Center will be offering their services for an extended time and will also have therapy animals and free brainfood on hand for students to enjoy. Learn more and register for the Busch Learning Center here and the College Avenue Learning Center here.

Register for Bloustein School's Master's in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Public Informatics and Health Administration Virtual 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, Urban Planning, Public Informatics and Health Administration. The GRE is waived for 2024 and scholarships are available for Fall 2024. No work experience is necessary. Students must RSVP to attend an information session. Learn more and register for a session 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.

Career Portrait Lounge—All Students
The Office of Career Exploration and Success now has two self-service photography studios available to students who need professional headshots to take their candidacy and digital brand to the next level. Learn more here.

4WARD: Career Pathways Program Applications—Undergraduate Students
The 4WARD Career Pathways Program is an exclusive, high-impact, multi-year experience designed to assist first-year undergraduate student participants in reaching post-graduation success. First-year students will clarify their career goals, have access to unique recruiting resources to unlock internship experiences, and engage in opportunities designed to make them more competitive in their future career pursuits. The deadline to apply is by Wednesday, November 15. Learn more and apply here.

#Rutgersworks Free Tuition Challenge
The Office of Career Exploration and Success is giving away FREE Spring 2024 tuition and other prizes for all currently registered Rutgers–New Brunswick students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The challenge will close at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, December 11, 2023. Learn more about the Free Tuition Career Challenge and get started here.

Campus Involvement Opportunities and Events

Students should regularly check out the calendar of events at GetInvolved.