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.
Apply to the Honors College
Learn more about the Honors College and next steps for first-year applicants!*
Visits & Tours
In-person campus tours, information sessions, student panels, self-guided tours, and virtual visits.
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 2025 regarding the application process for rising Rutgers–New Brunswick sophomore and transfer students.