Rutgers University Camden - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Rutgers University Camden

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

76.5%

Admission Difficulty for Rutgers University Camden
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Challenging
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Rutgers University-Camden is 76.5%. Its admission rate is the 18th lowest in New Jersey.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Rutgers University-Camden and can you get accepted?

Rutgers University Camden is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 8,528 out of the 11,145 who applied were admitted.

Rutgers University Camden typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.23. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 6% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Rutgers University-Camden?

77% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Rutgers University Camden you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.23 or better
Earn B grades in high school
Score 1160 on the SAT
Score 27 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Rutgers University-Camden GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.23*

Typical High School Grades

What GPA do you need to get into Rutgers University Camden?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Rutgers University-Camden are to have around a 3.23 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.23 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Rutgers University-Camden accepts 77% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Rutgers University-Camden is 3.23 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #20 in New Jersey for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Rutgers University-Camden is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

*This school has not published high school GPA data for its incoming freshman class. In these cases, CollegeSimply uses an algorithm to predict GPA based on this school's test scores and a large sample of college GPA data. 3.23 is a prediction of the school's average incoming freshman GPA.

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Rutgers University-Camden SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Rutgers University Camden. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 34% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1030-1280

Applicants Submitting SAT

34%

SAT Scores for Rutgers University Camden
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	520
Math 25th Percentile	510
Composite 25th Percentile	1030

SAT Scores for Rutgers University Camden
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	640
Math 75th Percentile	640
Composite 75th Percentile	1280
Average SAT Score	1160

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Rutgers University Camden?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Rutgers University-Camden is 1160 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1030-1280. Students who get into Rutgers University Camden score in the top 55 percent of all SAT test takers.. Rutgers University-Camden ranks #15 in the state of New Jersey for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1160 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Rutgers University-Camden regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1030 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1030, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 900, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Rutgers University Camden is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1160 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1155, you have around a 77% chance of being admitted. A 1280 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 86% chance of getting in.

Rutgers University Camden admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1280 and Above	Good	>86%
1155 to 1280	Avg +	77%-86%
1030 to 1155	Avg -	64%-77%
905 to 1030	Reach	48%-64%
Less than 905	Low	<48%

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Rutgers University-Camden ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

25-30

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for Rutgers University Camden
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	23
Math 25th Percentile	23
Composite 25th Percentile	25

ACT Scores for Rutgers University Camden
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	33
Math 75th Percentile	28
Composite 75th Percentile	30
Average ACT Score	27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Rutgers University-Camden?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Rutgers University-Camden is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 25 and 30. The school ranks #9 in New Jersey for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 25 and score in the score in the top 22 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Rutgers University Camden.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Rutgers University Camden is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Rutgers University-Camden for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 77% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 88% with a 30 ACT score.

Rutgers University Camden admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
30 and Above	Good	>88%
27 to 30	Avg +	77%-88%
25 to 27	Avg -	67%-77%
23 to 25	Reach	55%-67%
Less than 23	Low	<55%

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High School Class Rank

72% of Rutgers University Camden freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 35% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Rutgers University Camden students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	7%
Top 25% of class	35%
Top 50% of class	72%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Rutgers University Camden admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	6,302	4,843	11,145
Accepted	4,899	3,629	8,528
Acceptance Rate	78%	75%	77%
Enrolled	289	239	528
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	6%	7%	6%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Rutgers University Camden is $70.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Rutgers University Camden and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Rutgers University Camden Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Rutgers University Camden
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Rutgers University Camden is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.23 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1160 and ACT of 27 will almost guarantee your admission.