Admission and Information for Prospective High School Students

At the Honors College at Rutgers–New Brunswick, you’ll be part of a close-knit community with access to the vast opportunities of a leading research institution. You’ll be inspired by real-world challenges to create groundbreaking ideas with peers who share that sense of purpose. You’ll be empowered through rigorous academics, personalized mentorship, and the resources to bring your vision to life. And here, you’ll be connected like never before: to Honors students across Rutgers and to industry leaders, researchers, and changemakers ready to help you make your mark.


Photo of the Honors College main building

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 and information sessions.

 
Group Photo of Honors College Ambassadors

Meet Our Ambassadors

Honors College 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.

 


* Rising Rutgers–New Brunswick sophomore and transfer students can learn more about Honors College consideration.