Admission and Information for Prospective Students

The Honors College brings together students from across the liberal arts and professional schools to work together to tackle global issues in a tight-knit community where intellectual curiosity, high-impact learning, diversity, collaboration, and service are central to its philosophy. From our small community, students have access to Rutgers' vast resources as a renowned research university. 

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Apply to the Honors College

Learn more about the Honors College and next steps for first-year applicants!*
 

 
Visits & Tours

Visits & Tours

In-person campus tours, information sessions, student panels, self-guided tours, and virtual visits.

 
Group Photo of Honors College Ambassadors

Meet Our Ambassadors

Honors Ambassadors help prospective students feel welcome and learn about life at the HC!
 

Dates & Timeline

 

DEC 1


APPLICATION DEADLINE
Apply to Rutgers–New Brunswick by Dec 1 of your senior year of high school and check the box to be considered for honors.

 

 

MAR


Honors College 
INVITATIONS 
ARE SENT!

 

MAY 1


ACCEPT YOUR HONORS COLLEGE INVITATION
 by enrolling in the school you were invited through.

 


* Additional information will be provided in early 2025 regarding the application process for rising Rutgers–New Brunswick sophomore and transfer students.