November 26, 2019

Residence Halls to Remain Open for Thanksgiving Recess—All Students
All residence halls will remain open for the University Thanksgiving Recess. Residential students living in certain halls should prepare for Winter Recess hall closing on December 23, 2019, at 7 p.m. More information and resources regarding hall closures can be found here. 

Registration for Winter Term—All Students
The last day to register for the Winter 2020 term without a late fee is Monday, December 2. After this date, a $125 late fee will be assessed. Choose from 150 courses in a wide range of subjects. Courses are offered in face-to-face, online, or hybrid format. Learn more about Winter Term here.

Applications for the Ronald E. McNair Program—Undergraduate Students
Applications are being accepted for the  Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program. The McNair Program provides a supportive environment and a multitude of resources to assist and prepare students interested in pursuing a doctorate. Current undergraduate sophomore, rising juniors, and seniors who are low-income, first generation, or underrepresented students interested in pursuing a doctoral degree are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is December 2 for cohort 2020. Please contact Assistant Director Jhanna Jean-Louis at jhannaj@echo.rutgers.edu with any questions. Learn more about the McNair Program and apply here.

Call for Proposals for Diversity Innovation Grants—All Students
The Division of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement announces the creation of Diversity Innovation Grants which offers a way for creative, innovative, and grassroots efforts to join in the larger strategy to move community values from ideals to actions. Priority will be given to proposals that build cross-campus, intergroup, and partnership approaches to support community. Grants will range from $250 to $2,500, and the application deadline is December 2, 2019. Learn more about Diversity Innovation Grants and eligibility here.

Applications for the Leadership and Experiential Learning First-Year Fellowship—Undergraduate Students
Leadership and Experiential Learning is now accepting applications for the First-Year Fellowship Certificate Program (FYF). The fellowship features a curriculum designed for emerging leaders to cultivate their skills and abilities to become the next generation of leaders on campus and beyond. This program is open to first-years and is a 1.5-credit, 8-week course. The application deadline is Sunday, December 8, 2019. Learn more about FYF and apply here.

Applications for the Master’s Program in Political Science–Concentration in the United Nations and Global Policy Studies—Undergraduate Students
The Department of Political Science at the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) is accepting applications from high-achieving undergraduate students for the Accelerated Master’s Program in Political Science–United Nations and Global Policy Studies (UNMA) on a rolling basis. This 36-credit program gives students an opportunity to reduce graduate program costs and obtain an M.A. degree in a shorter time period. Learn more about UNMA here and email amf322@polisci.rutgers.edu with any questions.

Applications for the Bloustein Master of Public Informatics Program—All Students
The Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy is now accepting applications for Fall 2020 admission to its Master of Public Informatics (MPI) program. This program is suited for students who have interests in big data, data science, and data management as it relates to the fields of public policy, urban planning, and health. The application deadline for merit-based scholarships is January 15, 2020. Scholarships are available for Fall 2020. Please contact recruit@ejb.rutgers.edu with any questions. Learn more about the MPI program here.

Applications for the Rutgers Law 3+3 Program (Bachelor’s/J.D. Dual Degree)—Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate students considering law school can complete the Rutgers Law 3+3 Program in just six years, instead of the usual seven years to earn an undergraduate and law degree. The program is open to students across all Rutgers campuses who complete the application process by March 1 of their third undergraduate year. More information about the 3+3 Program can be found here. Please contact Rutgers Law School admissions at admissions@law.rutgers.edu with any questions.

Important Graduation Information—Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate students who plan to complete degree requirements in the fall must apply for graduation by completing an Online Diploma Application. Please contact the Undergraduate Registrar’s Office at 848-445-2757 or email diplomas@registrar.rutgers.edu with any questions. Please note that completion of a diploma application does not imply that graduation requirements have been met.

European Summer Institute—All Students
Master’s Program in Political Science–United Nations and Global Policy Studies at the School of Arts and Sciences is accepting study abroad applications from graduate and high-achieving undergraduate students for European Summer Institute. This home-stay 6 weeks program exposes students to courses on the EU, UN, migration, gender and development. The program is in English. Deadline is February 15, 2020. Learn more and apply here and email your questions to dilafruz.nazarova@rutgers.edu.