Rutgers University-NewarkMove-In Guide
Newark, New Jersey
🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1946🔗 www.newark.rutgers.edu
Rutgers University-Newark is a public research university and one of three regional campuses of Rutgers, located in Newark's University Heights neighborhood near transit and the city center. It has seven degree-granting schools and is known for its diverse student body. On-campus housing is limited, with first-year students typically placed in Woodward Hall suites and returning students in apartment-style buildings.
Enrollment
11,667
Total Students
Freshman Class
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Not available
Move-In Dates
Aug 28, 2026
Fall 2026 (completed)
Acceptance Rate
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Not available
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
First-year and new transfer students move in on Friday, Aug. 28, from 9 AM to 3 PM at Woodward Hall, University Square and the Honors Living-Learning Community building. At Woodward Hall, floors 6 to 10 move in from 9 AM to noon and floors 2 to 5 from noon to 3 PM. Returning students move in Sunday, Aug. 30.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day logistics
- Check-in location
- Check in at your assigned building: Woodward Hall, University Square or the Honors Living-Learning Community building.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned move-in window - arriving early may mean waiting until your time slot.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck - campus carts can run out quickly during busy move-in periods.
- Have a parking backup plan - spaces near residence halls can fill up quickly, so know where you can unload if your preferred area is full.
- Watch the loading-zone time limit - many campuses require you to move your vehicle to longer-term parking after unloading.
Housing & Dorms
Honors Living-Learning Community (48 New St)
Mixed traditional, suite and apartment (Honors Living Learning Community) · Coed
Talbott Apartments
Apartment-style · Coed
University Square Apartments
Apartment-style · Coed
Woodward Hall
Suite-style · Coed
First-year only
Orientation
Campus Survival Guide First-Year Orientation
Orientation is recommended for all new students.
August 29, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
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Not available
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Dates last checked October 2026.