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Summer & Winter Sessions
Rutgers logo
Summer & Winter Sessions
Rutgers logo
Summer & Winter Sessions
Rutgers logo
Summer & Winter Sessions
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Visiting Students

Looking to get ahead on degree credits this summer? Join us at Rutgers–New Brunswick for an enriching academic experience in an accelerated course format. Whether you are a New Jersey resident or a student outside the state, our courses are designed to continue your educational journey!

The Schedule of Classes is now available for Summer 2025.

Explore Summer 2025 Course Offerings

Who is eligible to apply as a Visiting Student for Summer Session?

  • Students who are currently enrolled at another college/university

  • Non-matriculating High School Graduates 

  • Post-graduate students who already hold a degree from another college or university and wish to take undergraduate courses 

Students talking on campus during the summer

Registration Next Steps

  1. Fill out the Visiting Student Application*
    Applications are processed within 2-3 business days. Once processed, students will be emailed their RUID and Personal Access Code (PAC) with further instructions on how to register.
  2. Register for Classes
  3. Pay Term Bill
  4. Activate NetID and Email
  5. Attendance Confirmation 

*The Visiting Student application opens on Monday, February 3.

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Rutgers–New Brunswick campus in the summer with students walking in background

Things to Consider Prior to Registration

    Rutgers University credits are regularly transferred to many colleges; however, most require prior approval of transfer credits. 

    Please do not send approval forms to Rutgers. Rutgers cannot guarantee the amount or kind of credit which will be granted by another institution for any Rutgers course.

    Students are responsible for checking course transferability with appropriate officials from their college before registering and requesting a transcript to their home/future institution.

    Visiting students are responsible for determining that they have completed all required prerequisites and confirming the transferability of Rutgers University credits with their home institution prior to registration.

    Visiting students are eligible to register for up to 14 credits during Summer Session.

    If you have questions about the content of a particular course or need a copy of a course syllabus to ensure the credits are transferable, please contact the appropriate academic department for more information.

    Summer Visiting Students FAQs

    • All faculty, staff, students, and guests are assigned a Rutgers unique identifier known as a NetID, comprised of initials and a unique number (e.g. jqs23). In order to access many of the electronic services available to you at Rutgers, you need to activate your Rutgers NetID at netid.rutgers.edu using your assigned RUID that you will receive after filling out the Visiting Student Registration Form.

      Your assigned NetID will appear on the activation screen. The NetID will enable you to open an email and computer account, view course materials and your grades online, and access other services. We encourage you to create a Rutgers email address so your email address appears on an enrollment roster and in the online directory. 

    • If classes have not yet begun, you may visit WebReg to change your course. During the change of course registration period, contact One-Stop Student Services Center.

    • Please check the cancellation and withdrawal deadlines, then visit WebReg to complete the transaction.

    • Log into the Student Accounting System to view and pay your term bill online. You may reference the Summer Session bill and payment checklist for further assistance. 

      For further questions regarding bill payment or billing please contact One-Stop Student Services Center. 

    • An SPN (Special Permission Number) is a 6 digit code that allow students to register for a closed or restricted section. When entered into the online registration system, the SPN helps you gain access to closed courses. Please know that applying for an SPN does not mean that you are guaranteed to receive one.

    • SPNs are assigned based on seniority, amount of cumulative credits, and availability. Please contact the offering department to see if an SPN is available for the course.

    • If the course you want to register for is closed, keep checking the University Schedule of Classes for openings. Due to large demand for our courses and limited number of open seats, some courses are unable to issue SPNs for closed courses. Please do not request an SPN for a specific section when other sections of the course are still open.

    • You can check your unofficial transcript from your MyRutgers dashboard. You may request your official Rutgers transcript here.

    • High school students are not eligible to register for Summer Session, but may apply to take eligible Summer Session courses through the Summer Scholars program.

    • For a complete list of campus resources, visit our Student Resource and Policies page.

    • If you plan to park on campus this summer, you must purchase a parking permit. Visit the Parking website for more information.