All Applicants Must Submit:

  • Completed online application (Domestic or International)
  • Academic Transcript
    • At least two marking periods of grades are required for review.
  • Personal Essay - the essay should be a maximum of two paragraphs. In your essay, please address the following question:
    • Why do you want to attend the Rutgers Pre-College Summer Academy and what do you hope to learn?
  • Letter of Recommendation from any teacher or individual who can speak on your educational or personal achievements

Please note: all applications are accepted on a rolling admissions basis.

Domestic Students

The Domestic Student application is now closed for Summer 2025.

International Students

The International Student application is now closed for Summer 2025.

What Happens After I Apply?

Upon successfully submitting all required items, your application will go into review. All students will receive an email of their program status. Students who are accepted to the program will receive a link to the online payment portal. Accepted students must confirm their attendance by submitting a $500 USD non-refundable deposit. The remaining balance must be paid by the final program payment due date.