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Incoming Transfer Students

Welcome to the School of Arts and Sciences!

Congratulations on your admission to Rutgers–New Brunswick! Our transfer advising staff is here to help you make a smooth transition to Rutgers. From understanding your transfer credit evaluation to preparing for registration and planning your first semester, we're committed to supporting you every step of the way.

Whether you're transferring from a community college, a four-year college, or another university, we're here to help you get started.

Before STAR Day

Before meeting with an advisor and registering for classes, be sure to:

  • Accept your offer of admission.
  • Activate your Rutgers NetID and official Rutgers email account.
  • Complete all required enrollment tasks in your admissions portal.
  • Monitor your Rutgers email regularly for important updates.

Transfer Credit Evaluation

When Will My Transfer Credits Be Evaluated?

After you accept your offer of admission, our transfer advising staff will review your previous coursework and prepare your official transfer credit evaluation.

Most transfer credit evaluations are completed approximately 4 to 6 weeks after you accept your admission. Once complete, your evaluation will be sent to your official Rutgers email address.

Your evaluation will identify:

  • Rutgers course equivalents
  • Core Curriculum requirements satisfied
  • Elective credit awarded
  • Credits accepted toward your degree

Advising and Registration

Meet with SAS Advisors at STAR Day

Incoming transfer students meet with SAS Advisors during STAR Day to:

  • Review their transfer credit evaluation
  • Discuss academic goals
  • Explore majors and degree requirements
  • Build their first Rutgers class schedule
  • Register for classes

Our transfer advising staff understands the unique needs of transfer students and will help you make a successful transition to Rutgers.

Students in Transition Seminar

Your First Semester

All full-time SAS transfer students are required to enroll in the Students in Transition Seminar (STS).

This one-credit course is designed specifically for transfer students and introduces the academic resources, campus services, and strategies that will help you succeed at Rutgers.

 Need Help?

Our transfer advising staff is available to answer your questions before and after you arrive at Rutgers.

We can assist with:

  • Transfer credit evaluations
  • Academic advising
  • Registration
  • Degree planning
  • Transfer credit policies
  • Transitioning to Rutgers
  • Connecting you with campus resources

We look forward to welcoming you to the School of Arts and Sciences!

  • Can I change my section of Students in Transition Seminar?

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    Yes. You cannot drop the course, but you can replace the section by simply adding another open section that meets at your preferred time.

  • Can I drop the Students in Transition Seminar?

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    All full-time SAS transfer students are required to take the Students in Transition Seminar. This course was designed specifically for new transfer students to help with the transition to Rutgers.

  • Can I use a transfer course as a prerequisite before it appears on my Rutgers transcript?

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    I'm very sorry, but transfer courses must be officially added to your transcript before you can use them as a prerequisite for future registration. This is to ensure transcript accuracy and prevent students from being incorrectly removed from courses.
    If you had the course preapproved, and you haven't already, please send your official transcript to Rutgers per the instructions from the Transfer Course PreApproval portal.
    If you did not have the course pre-approved, please complete the form on the portal and send your transcript immediately:
    https://secure.sas.rutgers.edu/apps/transfer_credit/sas
    You will receive an email at your official Rutgers email address once your transcript is evaluated and you can take action on your registration!

  • Do I need to take placement tests at Rutgers?

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    That depends! If you have taken a college level writing or math class, you may not need a placement test. If not, you may be required to take the math and/or English placement tests.

    To see your specific placement requirement, refer to the bottom of your personalized transfer evaluation when you receive it via email. Do not take placement tests prior to receiving your personalized evaluation.

    For more information, please visit the Testing and Placement website.

    Testing and Placement Website

  • Does my county or community college automatically send Rutgers my transcript after I complete the course?

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    No, you need to request to have it sent to the following address: SAS Transfer Center Lucy Stone Hall, Room A-204 Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey 54 Joyce Kilmer Avenue Piscataway, NJ 08854 The transcript sent or hand-delivered must be an official transcript. If hand-delivered, it must be in an unopened envelope from the sending institution with the registrar's seal or stamp across the flap.

  • How will I know which of my credits will transfer?

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    Students transferring from a NJ Community College can use NJ Transfer to assess course transferability. We require a grade of "C" or better for a course to transfer.

    Students transferring from a four-year college or university can make the general assumption that classes completed with a grade of "C" or better in an academic department offered at Rutgers University will be accepted for transfer credit. These courses may or may not be utilized to fulfill major requirements but will generally receive a minimum of elective academic credit. Please note that this is a general guideline only and should not be considered a guarantee of any sort.

    You will receive your personalized transfer evaluation via email 4-6 weeks after you have committed to Rutgers by paying your enrollment fee.

  • I have been accepted to SAS as a Transfer Student for the fall but want to take summer courses at Rutgers. Can I?

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    Yes, you can take summer courses at Rutgers. You may register via the web registration system. For more information regarding summer courses at Rutgers, please contact the Office of Summer and Winter Sessions.

  • I have my official college transcript. Where should I send it?

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    If you've already had an official transcript sent to Rutgers, please review the Transfer Credit Evaluation site to see if we’ve completed an evaluation. 

    If you have not yet had a transcript sent, be sure to have the credit-granting college or university you attended send a transcript directly to: 

    SAS Office of Advising and Academic Services 

    54 Joyce Kilmer Avenue 

    Lucy Stone Hall A-216 

    Piscataway, NJ 08854 

    Some schools offer the option to send official transcripts electronically. This is the preferred method. First year students opting for electronic delivery of their transcript can have them sent to for processing and evaluation. Transfer students opting for electronic delivery of their transcript can have them sent to for processing and evaluation.

  • Is it possible to meet with an advisor before my STAR Day?

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    We are sorry, due to the heavy volume of students, we cannot meet with you individually during the summer/winter. We will be glad to answer all your questions and get you started on the path to success when you attend a STAR Day. Rest assured that all of your questions will be answered on that day! Please be patient! 

  • Now that I've been accepted to SAS-NB as a Transfer student, what can I do?

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    • First things first, have you paid your enrollment fee? After committing to Rutgers and paying your fee, you will receive your Personalized Transfer Evaluation via email in 4-6 weeks.
    • Once you receive your transfer evaluation email, you can sign up for a STAR Day. The link to register will be in the email you receive.
    • Log onto the Rutgers University Schedule of Classes and familiarize yourself with the class offerings for next semester. You will not be permitted to use the system to register until after your STAR Day.
    • Review the requirements of the academic departments you are interested in by visiting their websites.
    • You can open a Rutgers University NetID and email account by visiting the following site: http://netid.rutgers.edu. All Rutgers students need a NetID.
    • Obtain your Rutgers ID Card.
    • You can also ensure that your immunizations are up to date. This website will give you all the information you need. 

  • What are Transfer codes? Understanding Transfer Codes:

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    A Rutgers course number is divided into three parts. The first two digits are the administrative (school) code, the next three digits are the subject code, and the final three digits are the course code.

    Administrative or School Codes - 00:XXX:XXX
    The most common administrative (school) codes you will see on your transfer evaluation and when registering for courses include:

    01 - School of Arts and Sciences (SAS)
    04 - School of Communication and Information 
    07 - Mason Gross School of the Arts 
    09 - School of Social Work 
    10 - Edward J Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
    11 - School of Environmental and Biological Sciences 
    33 - Rutgers Business School-New Brunswick
    37 - School of Management and Labor Relations 
    TR - transfer course

    Subject Codes - XX:000:XXX
    A subject code comprises the third through fifth digits in all course numbers and indicates the subject matter of the course. The subject code T01 signifies a transfer course equivalent for a SAS general elective, liberal arts distribution requirement, or course filling a SAS Core learning goal.
    Course Codes - XX:XXX:000
    The course code comprises the sixth, seventh, and eighth digits in all course numbers. Course codes from 100 to 299 indicate introductory and intermediate undergraduate courses. Codes from 300 to 499 indicate advanced undergraduate courses. Some transfer course codes end with two or three letters instead of a three-digit number. Letter codes stand for the following:

    AHP = fulfills Arts and Humanities AHp core goal
    EC = Elective credit
    HST = fulfills Historical Analysis core goal
    NS = fulfills Natural Sciences core goal
    QQR = fulfills Quantitative and Formal Reasoning Core Goal

     

     

    Course Number Format

  • What is STAR Day? Do I need to attend? How do I sign up?

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    Attendance at a Students in Transition Advising and Registration Day (STAR Day), is mandatory! On your STAR Day, you will receive an overview of Rutgers University School of Arts and Sciences policies, learn to use web resources, meet with advisors and register for your fall/spring classes. You will receive a STAR Day registration link along with your transfer evaluation. 

  • What is the difference between New Student Orientation (NSO) and STAR DAY? Are they the same?

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    NO! They are not the same! At NSO, "you will have the opportunity to become familiar with campus resources and make connections with current students, faculty, and staff before beginning classes." NSO is not an academic orientation, but is a great and informative program and we highly recommended that you attend to learn about all-things-Rutgers! All your housing, dining, financial aid, parking and ID needs are covered during NSO. There are several formats and sessions for transfer students only. Please access the Enrollment Pathway to view your options.

    STAR Day IS mandatory and you are required to attend and stay for the full-day program in order to register for your classes.

  • What is the typical course load for a Rutgers student?

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    In order to graduate in four years, a student should average 15 credits each semester. As a new transfer student, aim to take four to five classes plus the one-credit Students in Transition Seminar.

  • When can I register?

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    Incoming students will register on either APA Day (Academic Planning and Advising) or STAR Day (Students in Transition Advising and Registration Day).  For current students, registration occurs during the designated period before the semester begins, based on the number of degree credits earned, excluding current courses in progress. During this period, there's an 19-credit restriction. The Add/Drop Period commences at the start of the semester, during which students can register for up to 20.5 credits.