Rutgers University-New Brunswick Top Questions

What kind of person should attend this school?

Alexia

Any type of person shoould attend. I grew up with social anxiety and this college has allowed me to grow out of my socially-induced fears. If snything, it would be essentiall to have an open-mind because you will likely come across people from every background.

Zeeshan

Someone who wouldn't mind the huge class sizes, traveling in between classes, and getting RU Screwed(TM) every few weeks.

Stanley

I believe any person can attend this school because it is so diverse that you will definitely find a group of people that are just like you. There are also a lot student groups and organizations that you can join to be involved with others. You can be whatever you want to be at this college as long as you put in the effort.

Kathrine

Someone who likes the city, and its able to attentd (and focus in) large lecture halls of plus three hundred people.

Erica

I think anybody can attend this school. Any Asian who wants to be with other Asians. But if you don't look pretty or attractive, you might have trouble fitting in with certain groups. This university is very much like high school. A LOT.

Eva

Rutgers is a diverse university and any type of person should be and are able to attend this college because they would fit right in.

Alyssa

Anyone who is capable of being an advocate for him or herself, as it is a large school. As long as you are a self-advocate you will not get lost at this school. It has so much to offer, you just have to be willing to go out there and take advantage of all the opportunities.

HAN

Generally, those who are bright enough to learn but not the smartest.

Jordan

a person who is willing to meet new and different types of people and explore new cultues, ideas, events. Anyone who likes big schools!

Phillip

This is a bad question, as Rutgers was designed to accommodate any person, and does exactly that. The ideal person, however, would be someone who is determined, a driven and well-educated student who is ambitious and has the will to succeed. If one possesses these traits, then Rutgers would be a perfect match as Rutgers university enables hard working ambitious young adults to gain successful jobs after college and live meaningful and fruitful lives.

Olufemi

I would advice a prospective student to taka a campus tour and visit of all intending schools and pick the ones that best fits their need based on family finances, academic major and students passion.

John

Open-minded, friendly, insightful, curious, ambitious, outgoing, fun-loving

Kortney

A person from a diverse background, or a person who doesn't mind the city atmosphere, as well as the school's obsession and overspending on athletics and cut backs on bussing and academics, someone who can get around well on their own/independent, a person who likes to party a lot or do drugs because it seems like that's all anyone ever does here. A good student whos inclined to go into pharmacy or business as Rutgers has a good program for those.

Gia

A person who is willing to be exposed to new kinds of people and cultures. Rutgers is the most diverse school in the country and provide the best opportunity for someone to be enlightened.

Minku

Little work and going for just a bachelors.

Jon

Someone who likes to work hard and meet alot of people. Because it is such a large school, the possibilities are endless for socializing and networking.

Dan

Almost any type of student.

Lauren

Someone that is looking for a big school with lots of oppurtunities and lots of football games and a good time.

Jessica

Rutgers is the type of place where you can be who you are and no one is going to get in your way of that. The reason for this is because of the easy going, open and welcoming environment. It's almost like everyone blends in and everyone stand out at the same time. If you are looking for a place to belong (who isn't?) Rutgers is a great university to look into. Rutgers hold the potential for overall satisfaction for everyone and anyone.

Bridget

A person who is serious about studying but also knows how to have fun. Work will be required, and you will get out of it what you put in, but there are also a lot of opportunities to have fun. The nightlife in the New York and downtown New Brunswick leave you with something to do at anytime of the day.

Eric

Any person who wants a diverse, big student body.

Sergey

The type of person that should attend this school should feel comfortable in a large, urban setting with a diverse student body.

Matt

Somebody who can handle a tough workload, academically, and will take initiative to be social and get involved.

Gregory

Outgoing and ambitious.

Dan

For school of arts and sciences, most commonly someone looking to easily get a college degree. Some majors are demanding but it's pretty easy for the most part.

Kelly

Rutgers is a good school for a wide range of people: people who are competitive and enjoy the challenge of being a small fish in a big pond to those who like to lose themselves in the crowd & have the opportunity to meet a lot of new people.

Tommy

Anybody that wants a good education and likes to get invovled in a diverse community of people.

Rafael

An out-going, friendly independent person. A person ready to meet new people and a person who does not have a problem going to a large school.

Gary

The kind of person that would be interested in attending Rutgers University is someone who likes a diverse crowd. Rutgers is mainly about diversity and the ability to cohesively coexist and cooperate with individual of different backgrounds.

Troy

academically focused people who are goal oriented and are intellectual in business and science

Amanda

Rutgers is perfect for those who care about grades and learning, yet also know how to enjoy themselves on a weekend. These people should be interested in classes while being social enough to occasionally go out around New Brunswick for fun.

Mike

Any kind of person of any race, sexual orientation, or religion should attend this school. We've got a little of everything and it adds to the fun. Whether you love partying or would rather study all day and night, Rutgers has something for you.

sarah

science oriented student...very goal driven...

Tiago

a wealthy student with a decent interest in their future

Liana

Anyone can be apart of Rutgers. The campus is huge, and has many different types of campus'. They have a rural, historical, city like, & typical college layout campuses as well. Anyone can fit in at Rutgers you just need to find your campus.

Jennifer

Anyone looking to get a good education, but not too concerned about classroom size

Kate

someone who can adjust, or thinks they are capable of adjusting, in every which way: their attitudes, their habits, their relationships with people. Rutgers is a place that can be very trying at first and there aren't a lot of exceptions made for individuals.

Elizabeth

The type of person who should attend this school is someone is academically focused, yets wants to have a good time. Students should also be accepting of diverse cultures.

Woodline

Someone who likes big classes.