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A decade after becoming New Jersey’s first Purple Heart University, Rutgers–Camden marked Veterans Day with a wreath-laying ceremony and luncheon. Chancellor Dennis J. Shields thanked veterans across the university community for their military service and the leadership they demonstrate on campus and as members of the Rutgers–Camden family.
A new course at Rutgers University–Camden gives students an introduction to what it means to have a career in STEM, offering firsthand exposure to scientific research and the people behind it without requiring them to conduct experiments themselves.
Eight Rutgers–Camden students recently shared their perspectives and engaged in a meaningful dialogue with New Jersey Secretary of Higher Education Margo Chaly, Esq., offering their suggestions to support student success and career readiness. Secretary Chaly met with the students and campus leadership as part of a statewide campus tour, meeting directly with students and administrators to understand their concerns and priorities.
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Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a Top National University
#43 Top Public Schools
#95 National Universities
#16 Top Performers on Social Mobility
#61 Best Colleges for Veterans
#36 Undergraduate Nursing Program
By the Numbers
From our purposefully small class sizes to our vast financial aid opportunities, we are committed to making life-changing higher education accessible to as many people as possible.
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Graduates Are Employed or in a Graduate Program Within 6 Months
Students Receive Financial Aid
Academics
With 38 undergraduate majors and 29 graduate programs, Rutgers–Camden offers a personalized path to a rewarding career, while renowned faculty help lead the way. As a student, you’ll collaborate across disciplines to form meaningful connections, amplify your strengths and engage in learning that’s informed by real-world challenges.
Research
As a leading R2 research institution, our students have an unprecedented opportunity for hands-on research. Because we are a small, engaged community, students are participating in cutting-edge faculty research from as early as their sophomore year.
Admissions & Aid
Pursuing a degree is one of the best investments you can make for yourself and your future. We keep our high-quality education within reach through low tuition and generous assistance. Roughly 86 percent of our students receive some amount of financial aid.
Student Experience
Our campus is the most intimate of all the Rutgers’ campuses, and that creates a feeling of family that is echoed by every student who walks through our quad. Here, students gain not only applicable skills to advance their careers, but also lasting friendships and a supportive network.
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We thrive because of the support of our world-class faculty and staff, talented alumni, and valuable community partners. Here are relevant resources to help you as a member of the Rutgers–Camden community.
