Rutgers New Brunswick Reviews

Overall, Rutgers is a great school...

Overall, Rutgers is a great school because of how much it has to offer. Since there are so many different campuses, you never get bored. Don't ever let anyone tell you Rutgers is too big—that's what makes it awesome.

The drug scene at Rutgers, while...

The drug scene at Rutgers, while not an overbearing aspect of campus life, is certainly noticeable. You can barely walk two feet without seeing, or more often than not, smelling someone smoking. There are many cliques whose conversation rarely deviates from the amount of alcohol they drank last night, or the amount of pot they smoked. For those who want to avoid it, however, it is very easy since most do not want to get involved with drugs.

So far it has been really fun, and...

So far it has been really fun, and I've met some cool people. If I could do it over, I think I would probably come to Rutgers again. It's very convenient that I can hop on a train back to home easily.

The dorms are nicer on other...

The dorms are nicer on other campuses, but College Avenue is where everyone wants to be.

I would definitely come here, time...

I would definitely come here, time and time again if I had the chance. There's so much to do here that I'm never bored. You have to study, but on the weekends, you can go wild if you want—unless you have a Sunday exam, that is.

The guys and girls are very...

The guys and girls are very diverse at Rutgers University. There's all types of races and stereotypes intermingling on each campus. If you come here, you'd easily find people to fit in with on campus.

Parking is a pain! Out-of-state...

Parking is a pain! Out-of-state freshman can have a car. Parking passes are very expensive, and you cannot park in the lots close to your dorm.

Rutgers is extremely diverse. The...

Rutgers is extremely diverse. The guys and girls come from each and every background imaginable.

I absolutely love Rutgers. I feel...

I absolutely love Rutgers. I feel like I am really a part of something. You can walk around any place in New Jersey and see other people sporting Rutgers gear. It's a great feeling! Rutgers is known for its academics as well as its athletics. It's an all-around great school. You don't need to be a party animal to go here. You can be exactly who you are.

Since Rutgers is so big, it's easy...

Since Rutgers is so big, it's easy to find an off-campus house near one of the campuses. It's cheaper to live off campus than on. Everyone I know who lives off campus absolutely loves the independence.

It's hard to describe a Rutgers'...

It's hard to describe a Rutgers' dorm because they vary. Every campus has totally different dorms. I lucked out and got the nicest dorm on my campus with big rooms, air conditioning, a big lounge with a TV, a laundry room, and recreational activities—including volleyball and basketball courts—right outside.

They're good. A lot of the chain...

They're good. A lot of the chain restaurants are on the highway, though not in walking distance. George Street and Easton Avenue have tons of affordable places to eat that are almost always open. Downtown New Brunswick also has nice restaurants at a higher price range, such as Old Man Rafferty's.

With a huge campus, there are few...

With a huge campus, there are few incidences of crime at Rutgers. However, if you just keep alert with your eyes and your ears open, walk with friends at night, and just use common sense, you should be fine.

It's pretty big here, but you...

It's pretty big here, but you don't have to be a part of it to have fun. You can party in their houses.

Greek life is here for parties,...

Greek life is here for parties, community service, and other events. It's not that big a deal, though, if you're in one or not. Usually anyone can get into frat parties, which is good.

Unless you have a car, there...

Unless you have a car, there aren't really places you can go to within walking distance, except for College Avenue. There are a lot of restaurants over there. Some include Qdoba, Starbucks, a variety of Chinese places, cafes, and pizza places. There are definitely a lot of options for different cuisines and prices. It's easy to find a cheap place with good food.

The parties are okay. There are a...

The parties are okay. There are a lot of frat parties on College Avenue, and I guess they're the easiest to get into—especially if you're a girl. I think house parties are better, though. There aren't really any clubs nearby that you can go to. There are bars, but of course those are for students over 21 only.

The drug scene isn't too big, but...

The drug scene isn't too big, but it probably depends on who you hang out considering the stories I've heard. Drinking, though, is a much more popular and accepted activity.

I love this school. I never wish I...

I love this school. I never wish I was anywhere else, and if I could do it all again, I’d just wish I had more advice at the start about which classes to take freshman year. But all experience is good, since it helps you learn. Too many people come here with a negative attitude and just want to transfer, since they ended up here because of not getting in somewhere else. I think that I could have been happy anywhere, and most people can. All you have to do is make an effort. If you make an effort, any big school can seem small when you join clubs and make groups of friends. Also, every year at Rutgers, it seems to get smaller. I see people I know everywhere, and find out that friends from different places are interconnected through different things. It’s always surprising to see the connections.

I’m glad I’m here. The education...

I’m glad I’m here. The education has challenged me for the most part. There are lots of things to get involved in no matter where your interests lie. Also, because Rutgers is so big, you are bound to find people who share your interests. I could have gone to Brandeis, but I’m glad I chose Rutgers.

If you want it, you can find it.

A lot of the dorms are different...

A lot of the dorms are different styles, so it depends on a student’s preference. Some people say to avoid Davidson on Busch, which are converted army barracks. However, because they are only one floor, people can make close relationships with everyone in their tiny building, and they never deal with broken elevators or tiring stairs. Stonier is the only Rutgers dorm building on College Avenue with bathrooms in each room, and it has a great location. Hardenburgh is a river dorm for sophomores and up, and it has air-conditioning. People really enjoy the suites on Busch Campus, which have their own bathroom and living room with three bedrooms holding two people in each. There are also on-campus apartments on several campuses, and their locations and commodities make them a great deal for upperclassmen.

Sure, Rutgers is diverse, but each...

Sure, Rutgers is diverse, but each group hangs out with themselves, so the College is technically not that diverse.

I guess football is pretty big,...

I guess football is pretty big, and I really love women’s soccer, but that’s about all I know about Rutgers sports.

There are tons of parties starting...

There are tons of parties starting Thursday night. Greek life is very popular; to get into bars, you need to be 21.