Rutgers University-Camden Admission Requirements

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Rutgers University-Camden Admission Overview

Rutgers University-Camden admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Rutgers University-Camden admitted 66.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen who sent tests typically scored SAT 1050-1300 / ACT 19-25. Rutgers University-Camden is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Rutgers University-Camden is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Rutgers University-Camden Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

66.3%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Rutgers University-Camden acceptance rate is 66.3%. Last year, 21,768 of 32,840 applicants were admitted. That is the 9th lowest acceptance rate in New Jersey.

Admission Selectivity

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

Rutgers University-Camden is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 2% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Rutgers University-Camden GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Estimated High School GPA

3.23*

Typical High School Grades

B+

Estimated GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.23*

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Average GPA

Rutgers University-Camden has not published an average GPA for enrolled freshmen. CollegeSimply estimates about a 3.23 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale, based on this school's test scores and GPA data from similar colleges. That is an estimate, not a school-reported average. Rutgers University-Camden is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

*3.23 is a CollegeSimply estimate, not a school-reported average. It is modeled from this school's test scores and GPA data from similar colleges.

Rutgers University-Camden SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1050-1300

Freshmen who sent SAT

23%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 540
Math 510
Composite 1050

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 640
Math 660
Composite 1300

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Rutgers University-Camden typically score around a 1180 SAT (middle 50% 1050–1300) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 73rd percentile nationally. Rutgers University-Camden ranks #14 in the state of New Jersey for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1050 to 1300

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Rutgers University-Camden is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1180 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Rutgers University Camden
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1300+	Above 75th	>79%
1180 to 1300	Avg +	67%-79%
1050 to 1180	Avg -	51%-67%
Below 1050	Below mid-50	<51%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Rutgers University-Camden ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-25

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 18
Math 16
Composite 19

75th Percentile Scores

English 25
Math 22
Composite 25

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Rutgers University-Camden typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 19–25) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Rutgers University-Camden places #15 among colleges in New Jersey for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 25

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Rutgers University-Camden without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Rutgers University Camden
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
25+	Above 75th	>79%
22 to 25	Avg +	66%-79%
19 to 22	Avg -	51%-66%
Below 19	Below mid-50	<51%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

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

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Rutgers University Camden admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	17,859	14,978	32,840
Accepted	11,958	9,808	21,768
Acceptance Rate	67%	65%	66%
Enrolled	312	219	531
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	3%	2%	2%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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
Requirement	Used for Admission
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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Rutgers University Camden
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Rutgers University-Camden is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 66.3% of applicants. Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1050-1300); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025