by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current and projected in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for Rutgers University - New Brunswick, and how those expenses constrast to nationwide and regional averages. If you're looking for specific information on Rutgers New Brunswick costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
At Rutgers University - New Brunswick the average out-of-state tuition and fees for undergraduates was $33,005 in 2020-2021. Those who hail from the state of New Jersey get a discount and only needed to pay $15,804 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $29,737 | $3,268 | $33,005 |
| In-State | $12,536 | $3,268 | $15,804 |
These tuition and fees costs include one year of academic instruction, but do not cover room and board.
The numbers quoted on this page are all sticker price and don't include any financial aid or scholarships students may qualify for.
How much does Rutgers University - New Brunswick cost for part-time students?
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The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. At $33,005 a year, the average out-of-state tuition at Rutgers University - New Brunswick was high when compared to the national average.
In-state undergrads in New Jersey pay an average of $16,784 for tuition and fees. Undergraduates who hail from New Jersey pay an average of $15,804 a year to attend Rutgers New Brunswick, making the school a bargain if you only consider tuition and fees alone.
Take a look at the following chart to see how Rutgers University - New Brunswick compares to other schools in terms of tuition and fees.
| Nationwide | Middle Atlantic | New Jersey | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: Rutgers University - New Brunswick Financial Aid.
Tuition and Fees for in-state Rutgers University - New Brunswick increased with an average annual rate of 1.87% over the past five years. This school year, in-state students can expect to pay $16,400 if the growth keeps up.
If in-state tuition and fees keeps growing at the same pace, the estimated cost for two years at Rutgers New Brunswick would be $33,107, and $67,464 for four years.
Tuition and fees for out-of-state students have grown by about 1.83% in the past five years. This school year, students outside of the state will pay an estimated $34,222.
This would result in a total cost of $69,070 for two years and $140,688 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at Rutgers New Brunswick.
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