Monday, October 20, 2025, 7:00 p.m.-Friday, October 24, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
Current Rutgers Students

Guides to Success at Rutgers
Each Rutgers community has gathered location-specific resources for you!
Get Involved: Events & Opportunities
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 12:45 p.m.-1:45 p.m. | Campus Center, South A, Camden
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | PRCC Morris Room, 227, right next door to the pantry, Newark
Opportunities, Resources, and Student Groups
Take advantage of resources, opportunities, and student groups tailored to YOUR experience as a first-generation student.
Student Support
At Rutgers University, education goes beyond academics to support your personal and professional growth. With top-tier resources, cultural centers, academic support, and wellness initiatives, Rutgers provides a well-rounded environment where students are equipped to thrive in and beyond the classroom.

Scarlet-First Success Stories
Drive. Resilience. Perspective. That’s what sets first-gen students and alumni apart. Explore the incredible accomplishments of first-gens—past and present—making a difference at Rutgers and in the world.

Scarlet Firsts
Hear from students just like you about finding their place, building community, and thriving at Rutgers.

Financial Aid & The Scarlet Hub
Rutgers students can access all financial aid and registration info through the Scarlet Hub, including step-by-step guides and videos on applying for aid, completing the FAFSA, and understanding loans.
To qualify for loans, grants, scholarships, or student employment, students applying to any two- or four-year college must apply for financial aid. Visit Rutgers Financial Services for detailed walk-throughs and instructional videos on the process.

Dear Dreamers,
Rutgers is a place where unique perspectives are celebrated and people from different cultures and nationalities come together to study and solve the world’s most pressing challenges. We are committed to creating a beloved community where each student has the opportunity to flourish.
