February 25, 2025

Spring 2025 Add/Drop Dates—Undergraduate Students
March 24: Last day to withdraw from a course with a "W" grade
May 7: Last day to withdraw from the university

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 Spring Undergraduate Calendar here and request assistance through the webform here.

Registration for Summer Session Is Now In Progress—All Students
Registration for Summer Session 2025 is now in progress. Get ahead on degree credits this summer with over 1,300 course sections to choose from in a wide variety of subjects. Learn more about Summer Session here.

Financial

Scarlet$ense Spring 2025 Workshops—All Students
The Office of Financial Aid is dedicated to ensuring students have the financial resources and knowledge needed to successfully navigate the cost of higher education. Scarlet$ense offers free in-person workshops, virtual seminars, and interactive self-paced modules designed to strengthen students’ financial management skills. The next Scarlet$ense workshop "College and Money" is held virtually on Wednesday, February 26. Learn more and register for the session here.

1098-T Forms—All Students 
1098-T forms are now available electronically. View instructions on accessing the form here.

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.

Residency Reclassification Deadline—All Students
The Residency Reclassification deadline for graduate and undergraduate students for Spring 2025 term is Monday, March 21, 2025. The application and all supporting evidence must be submitted by this date. Learn more about the application here.

Is ($1,709) still on your term bill for the Student Health Insurance Plan? Waiver appeal deadline is April 30, 2025—Full time and F&J Rutgers visa sponsored students only.
You are responsible for the payment of $1,709 on your term bill and are being enrolled in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) for spring 2025. Enrollment notifications are sent via email from UnitedHealthcare Student Resources.

• Failed to Waive? You are being enrolled in the SHIP and will be responsible for the premium on the term bill even though you have other insurance. You can complete a waiver appeal at www.universityhealthplans.com before April 30, 2025. F&J Rutgers Visa Sponsored Students must contact Rutgers Global for information about the waiver appeal. The premium should be removed from your term bill after 4 business days. If you utilize the SHIP, the policy cannot be removed even if you have other health insurance coverage.
• Failed to Enroll? You are now being enrolled in the SHIP, which will cause a delay in accessing your insurance card. Visit www.uhcsr.com to create an account and access your insurance card in 3 weeks. Paying the premium on the term bill is not enrolling, you must complete the enrollment form before the deadline to finalize the process. Be proactive and enroll before the deadline each semester; avoid having to pay out-of-pocket expenses for medical care including medication and then seeking reimbursement.
  
  Mandatory action is required each semester before the deadline date. Rutgers requires full time, and all F&J Rutgers visa sponsored students to waive or enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) each semester before the deadline. For details, visit www.universityhealthplans.com.

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 2025 Tax Withholding Schedule for 2025 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, Bluesky, and Instagram.

Academics

Academic Success Workshops and Study Groups—All Students
The Learning Centers are offering multiple workshops this semester including Monday Motivation, Friday Focus, Academic Success Series, Graduate Workshop Series, and the Back on Track Support Group. Study group registration is now open and will be available throughout the semester. Learn more and register for a session here.

LSAT Test Prep Course—All Students
The Center for Continuing Professional Development offers test preparation classes to help students prepare for the LSAT, GMAT, GRE, and Praxis exams. LSAT prep classes are offered in-person and online. The GMAT, GRE, and Praxis Test Preps are all online classes. The intensive Prep Class includes classroom instruction from test-prep professionals, and the easy-to-follow programs use proven techniques to simplify exams. Learn more and sign up for a complimentary test strategy meeting here.

Master of Arts in Political Science with a Concentration in United Nations and Global Policy (UNMA)-Ask Me Anything—Undergraduate Students
Students interested in pursuing a Master of Arts in Political Science with a concentration in United Nations and Global Policy (UNMA) offered by the Department of Political Science at the School of Arts and Sciences are invited to participate in an Ask Me Anything session. These sessions provide prospective students with the chance to ask questions about the UNMA program, the application process, career opportunities, and more. Associate Director of the UNMA Program, Dr. Dilafruz Nazarova, will be available to answer questions. The next session is scheduled for 2 p.m. on February 26, 2025. Learn more and register here.

Applications Open for the Leadership Scholars Certificate Program at the Institute for Women’s Leadership—Undergraduate Students
The Institute for Women’s Leadership (IWL) invites students to apply for the award-winning Leadership Scholars Program for Fall 2025. The IWL is an eight-member consortium at Rutgers dedicated to examining issues of leadership and advancing women's leadership and involvement in decision making in all arenas. The Leadership Scholars Program is open to all students. The application deadline is March 1, 2025. Learn more and apply here.

Ralph W. Voorhees Fellowship in Public Service—Application Deadline Friday, March 14, 2025—Undergraduate Students
The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy has established the Ralph W. Voorhees Fellowship Program in Public Service to honor Mr. Voorhees' commitment to community service. Each year, the school selects undergraduates from any major at Rutgers–New Brunswick who are dedicated to civic engagement. Fellows receive $5,000 and participate in a credit-bearing partnership with community organizations. The application is due on March 14, 2025. Learn more and apply here.

Applications for the 2025-2026 Eagleton Graduate Fellowship Program—Graduate Students
The Eagleton Institute of Politics invites graduate students who are interested in making a positive difference through public service to apply for the Eagleton Graduate Fellowship Program in Politics and Government. This interdisciplinary program expands networks, skills, and knowledge of American politics, policy, government, and advocacy through a unique course and government internships, while they continue to pursue their graduate degree. Stipends and tuition support are available, and applications are due by March 31, 2025, for the 2025-2026 cohort. Learn more and apply here.

Register for Bloustein School's Master's in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Public Informatics, and Health Administration Spring 2025 Virtual Information Sessions—All Students
The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy is hosting virtual information sessions during the spring 2025 semester for their master and graduate certificate programs in Public Policy, Urban Planning, Public Informatics, and Health Administration. The GRE is waived for 2025. Scholarships are available and no work experience is necessary. Students must RSVP to attend an information session. Learn more and register for a session today.

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.