World-Class Academics Right in Your Backyard
Explore Rutgers University–Camden
Located just minutes from Center City Philadelphia and easily accessible to the South Jersey suburbs, Rutgers University–Camden is the perfect blend of convenience, innovation, and academic excellence. Whether commuting from nearby neighborhoods or enjoying the vibrant cultural and historic attractions of Camden, NJ, our campus provides the ideal environment to learn, grow.
Discover Academic Excellence in the Heart of Camden
Rutgers–Camden is a nationally ranked public university celebrated for its world-class education and close-knit community. Nestled in Camden's renowned "eds and meds" district, our campus offers a dynamic setting enriched by a thriving arts scene, prominent healthcare institutions, and the headquarters of global corporations. As one of the safest campuses in the region, Rutgers–Camden is a welcoming space where ideas flourish and innovation thrives.
Small Campus Feel, Big University Resources
With a student body of approximately 6,000 and a network of over 1,500 dedicated faculty and staff, Rutgers–Camden combines the personalized attention of a smaller campus with the vast resources of a top-tier research university. Here, students collaborate with world-renowned faculty to push boundaries, pursue groundbreaking research, and achieve their full potential across our four schools – Arts and Sciences, Business, Nursing, and Law.
A Commitment to Community and Impact
As one of four chancellor-led units in the Rutgers University system, Rutgers–Camden exemplifies what it means to be a civically engaged urban university. Recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching with its prestigious Community Engagement classification, our campus takes pride in driving positive change locally and globally.
Empowering Futures
Ranked among Washington Monthly’s “Best Bang for the Buck” universities, Rutgers–Camden empowers students to thrive academically, engage with their communities, and transform their futures. With an R2 research classification, the campus is a hub for innovative scholarship and creative expression, making it the right choice for those ready to reach their highest potential.
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Join a university that’s rooted in excellence, dedicated to inclusivity, and driven to make a difference—right here at Rutgers University–Camden.