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Admitted Student Open House

Date & Time

Saturday, April 13, 2024, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Category

Admitted Student

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During the Rutgers-wide Admitted Student Open House Day the School of Engineering welcomes admitted students and their parents to learn more about Rutgers Engineering. We will be available all day to make sure you get a chance to meet students, faculty, alumni and academic deans and advisors. Don't leave until all your questions are answered!

TOURS AND INFORMATION SESSIONS

DEPARTMENT TOURS
Tour engineering department facilities and labs, meet students and faculty.
Time: 10:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location
Last tour starts at 12:30 p.m.
 
INFORMATION SESSIONS
School of Engineering Dean's Information Session
Learn about the academic programs, students and faculty, major and minor options, and fall course planning.
Time: 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
Locations:
       Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 102
       Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 105
       Biomedical Engineering Building, Room 102
       Busch Student Center, Center Hall
       Fiber Optics Building, Easton Hub Auditorium
       Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Room 1303

Session II
Time: 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location: Fiber Optics Building, Easton Hub Auditorium

Engineering Student Panels
Student representatives share experiences and answer your questions about life in and out of the classroom.
Topic: Undergraduate Research and Academic Paths 
Time: 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 102

  • If you are interested in pursuing undergraduate research and going to graduate school, attend this session to learn about interesting research pursuits at Rutgers, world-renowned engineering laboratories, and applying to graduate school.
  • Learn about designing a unique curriculum suited to your interests. Learn about double majors, minors, study abroad, and 5 year BS/MS programs, among the many paths that can be taken. 

Topic: RU Student Experience
Time: 10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 105

  • Attend this panel to ask current students about housing, dining, clubs, student organizations, and more.

Topic: Internship Experiences
Time: 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 105

  • Attend this panel to ask current students about their internship experiences, co-ops, career advice, and university resources for obtaining real-world experience.

You've Decided! Next Steps for Transfer Students
This is a session for transfer students that have committed to attending Rutgers Engineering in the fall. Here we will address next steps for enrollment, transferring AP/IB credits, New Student Orientation, along with fall course planning. 
Time: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 206

First-Year Engineering Class Demo
Topic: Introduction to Engineering
Time: 11:15 a.m. to Noon 
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 102
 
Transfer Advising Hub
Time: Noon to 1:30 p.m. 
Location: Fiber Optics Building, Easton Hub Lobby

  • The engineering transfer advisor, along with transfer T.I.P. mentors, will be available to answer questions about transferring into Rutgers School of Engineering, transition into upper level engineering courses, and how a mentor can help.

You've Decided! Next Steps for First-Year Students
This is a session for students that have committed to attending Rutgers Engineering in the fall. Here we will address next steps for enrollment, transferring AP/IB credits, New Student Orientation, along with fall course planning. 
Time: 11:15 a.m. to Noon
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 105
 

Educational Opportunity Fund & Engineering Opportunity Program (EOF/EOP)
Information Session for students admitted to the EOF/EOP Program. 
Time: 1:15 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Room 102
 
Engineering Honors Programs
Information Session for students admitted to the Honors Academy. 
Time: 1:15 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Fiber Optics Building, Easton Hub Auditorium

ALL DAY EVENTS

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS SHOWCASE
Meet our student leaders and learn about the various engineering student clubs and societies you can join at Rutgers!
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering, Second Floor Atrium
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
 
BEYOND ENGINEERING ACTIVITIES
Join us outdoors for live music, and more fun activities by our student organizations. 
Location: Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering Lawn
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

MORE INFORMATION

Busch Campus Map

  • Register for the Rutgers-New Brunswick Admitted Student Open House. We encourage you to park on the campus hosting the first presentation you wish to attend. Follow signs to the parking area for that campus.
  • No event is mandatory. You pick and choose the tours, academic and student life presentations and other events you wish attend!
  • Rutgers buses will be available all day to help you move from in and between each of the campuses.
  • Downloading the Rutgers mobile application will assist you with directions and campus transportation.

For More Information

For additional information, visit Rutgers–New Brunswick Admitted Student Open House.