Rutgers University - Camden SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Rutgers Camden’s 66% acceptance rate means admission is realistic for many students, so use the score range to decide whether submitting helps you stand out. Because it is test-optional and 23% submit SAT scores, aim near or above 1280 if you want your score to be a clear strength.
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Rutgers University - Camden facts and stats
Rutgers University - Camden enrolls 3,857 undergraduates in an urban campus setting. Rutgers Camden has an 80% freshman retention rate, above the national average of roughly 70%, and a 67% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1.
Camden, NJ
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Key Rutgers University - Camden application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
February 1
Early Action
November 1
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
December 1
Financial Aid Priority
December 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Rutgers Camden, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year so the summer before senior year and fall are available for retakes and a possible superscore. For the November 1 Early Action deadline, an October SAT is typically the last fall retake likely to arrive in time, while ACT takers should aim for September.
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What you'll actually pay
Rutgers Camden is a public university with in-state tuition of $14,222 and out-of-state tuition of $33,734. About 62% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $5,873. Submit the FAFSA by the December 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
At Rutgers Camden, out-of-state tuition is $33,734, while in-state tuition is $14,222; room and board adds $14,376. About 62% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $14,128. Merit awards average $5,873, which can help reduce costs for eligible students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $28,560.
Student life at Rutgers University - Camden
16% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: No guarantee
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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