Frequently Asked Questions
1. WHAT IS THE ADMISSION PROCESS FOR THE SUMMER SESSION?
High school students with an above average academic record, who have completed the tenth or eleventh grade by June 2009, may apply to take introductory level courses during the 2009 Summer Session. To view a list of the courses recommended for high school students, click on the course offerings link. Interested students should obtain a copy of their current high school transcript, complete the application form with parent/guardian signature, and submit to the Office of Summer and Winter Sessions, adhering to the dates and deadlines:
High school students graduating in June 2009 are encouraged to register for courses or programs to further their educational goals. Click here for information on registering as a visiting student.Office of Summer and Winter Sessions
Attn: Student Services Coordinator
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Public Safety Building
55 Commercial Avenue, Suite 120
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
2. HOW WILL I FIND OUT IF I'VE BEEN ACCEPTED?
Applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis. Approved applicants will be registered (upon availability) for their desired course(s) and receive an email confirmation from the Registrar's Office. Applicants who have not been accepted will receive notification by mail.
3. ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS ON THE COURSES I MAY TAKE?
High School students may apply to take any of the recommended courses for high school students. To view a list of these courses, click on the course offerings link. Some courses, such as English, writing, math and language courses, require a placement test. To schedule a test, contact April Pagano at 732/932-8445.
4. IS THERE A MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CREDITS I CAN TAKE IN THE SUMMER?
High School students are permitted to take up to two university-level courses (6 credits, maximum).
5. ARE THERE ANY SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS?
Scholarships are available for eligible high school students entering the 11th or 12th grade. These scholarships will cover 30% of the tuition costs and can be used for up to two university-level courses (6 credits, maximum) completed this summer on the Rutgers New Brunswick campus. Scholarship eligibility is based on the applicant's academic record and on the recommendation of the student's high school guidance counselor.
To apply for the scholarship, you must provide us with a letter of recommendation from your high school guidance counselor and submit it to our office along with your high school transcript and application form no later than June 12.
6. HOW DO I OBTAIN ON-CAMPUS COMPUTER ACCESS AND OTHER RELATED WEB SERVICES?
Rutgers University has a number of computing facilities for Summer Session students. These include comprehensive computing labs at several locations around campus, central systems for personal email and web hosting, and dialup facilities for off-campus access to the University network. Computing resources are available to registered Summer Session students during the period when their courses are being held and for a brief time thereafter.
Summer students who have registered for a course may create accounts for themselves just prior to the beginning of Summer Session, typically during the latter part of May. To do so, students should go to the website http://oit.rutgers.edu/services/account/quick.html and follow the appropriate prompts (links). Computing Services recommends creating accounts while in a student computer lab at Rutgers University, where immediate help is available for any questions that may arise. Please note that in the account creation form, Summer Session students should choose account type "Summer Student" from the account type pull-down menu.
Further information about computer facilities at Rutgers University is available online from the Office of Information Technology (OIT) website at http://oit.rutgers.edu.
7. WHAT DO I DO IF I WANT TO ATTEND A COURSE, BUT DO NOT WANT COLLEGE CREDIT?
Students who do not want college credit may audit a course. Students opting for audit registration pay the regular tuition and student fee. The student is expected to do all the work of the course except the final exam and is graded S or U. The course and grade appear on the student's transcript. Students must indicate their audit status on their application.
8. WILL I RECEIVE CONFIRMATION OF MY REGISTRATION?
You will receive an email confirmation of your registration from the Registrar's Office. Your registration can also be verified at http://webreg.rutgers.edu.
9. WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO IF I WISH TO DROP A COURSE?
For a list of withdrawal dates, click on the “Dates and Deadlines” link. You may drop a course online at http://webreg.rutgers.edu if it hasn't begun, yet. To drop a course after it has begun, contact the New Brunswick Registrar’s Office (see contact information above).
10. WHAT ARE MY PAYMENT OPTIONS?
Payment can be made online at http://www.studentabc.rutgers.edu by credit card or E-check. Personal checks should be made payable to Rutgers, The State University. Any bill paid during the late registration period must be paid in person and must include a $50 late fee.
The date on which the cashier receives the bill payment is the effective date of payment. To avoid a late fee, payment must be received by the cashier on or before the due date. Postmarks are not honored.
11. ARE THERE ANY PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE?
Yes. The RU Tuition Payment Plan is a monthly contract with the third party billing service called University Accounting Service, UAS. This plan allows you to pay your summer expenses for attending RU over a 2, 3, 4, or 5 month period, interest-free, for just a $50.00 enrollment fee. For more information regarding this plan and to enroll visit http://studentabc.rutgers.edu.
12. IS THERE FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE FOR THE SUMMER SESSION?
The State of New Jersey does not offer scholarship or grant assistance for summer courses. For information about federal loans and outside scholarships, refer to the “Financial Aid” section of this website.
13. WILL I RECEIVE A REFUND IF I WITHDRAW FROM A CLASS?
Tuition refunds are made only when students officially withdraw from their courses during the designated refund periods. These refund periods are listed in the “Dates and Deadlines” section of this website. No exceptions will be made.
14. IS HOUSING AVAILABLE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS?
Housing on campus is not available for high school students under the age of 18.
15. ARE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AVAILABLE?
All students enrolled in the Summer Session may use the University's swimming pool, tennis and racquetball courts, basketball courts and outdoor track. For information regarding hours and access, visit http://recreation.rutgers.edu, or contact Recreation Facilities and Services at (732) 445-0460.
14. DOES RUTGERS HAVE FACILITIES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES?
We have reserved parking, ramps, photoelectric doors, and special restroom facilities to accommodate students with disabilities. Visiting students who are hearing impaired or have a learning disability should contact the Summer Session Office to arrange for needed accommodations.
15. MAY I BRING A CAR ON CAMPUS?
Students may park in designated lots with the purchase of a summer parking permit. Permits may be purchased online at http://parktran.rutgers.edu/winter_summer.shtml or in person at Parking and Transportation Services, 55 Commercial Ave, College Avenue Campus, beginning in mid-May.
16. HOW DO I GET TO RUTGERS NEW BRUNSWICK?
Please refer to campus maps on the website, http://maps.rutgers.edu
17. DO I STILL HAVE TO PAY A STUDENT FEE EVEN THOUGH I AM A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT?
All students are required to pay a student fee whether or not they are affiliated with the University. The fee allows you to use the computer facilities, libraries, health services, and recreational facilities.
18. WHERE SHOULD I GO IF I NEED MY SUMMER SESSION ENROLLMENT VERIFIED FOR AN AGENCY OR EMPLOYER?
Visit http://registar.rutgers.edu (Verification Info), or go to the Verifications Office, Room 200L, Administrative Services Building, 65 Davidson Road, on the Busch Campus. Enrollment cannot be verified until the term bill is paid or payment arrangements have been made with the cashier.
19. HOW DO I OBTAIN A PHOTO ID CARD?
Registered Summer Session students may visit the RUconnection Card Office to obtain an ID card. For further information please call (732) 932-8041 or visit us online at http://ruconnection.rutgers.edu/nbp. For visiting students please visit our website at http://ruconnection.rutgers.edu/nbp/?page=content/summer_winter.php for more information. If you are a matriculated Rutgers student, please refer to the guidelines listed at http://ruconnection.rutgers.edu/nbp. No appointment is necessary. Summer Session ID cards are issued after May commencement.
20. WHOM DO I CONTACT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THE
SUMMER SESSION?
Office of Summer and Winter Sessions
55 Commercial Avenue, Room 120
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Phone: (732) 932-7565
Email: summer@dceo.rutgers.edu
Monday – Thursday:
8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Friday:
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
