NROTC Rutgers University
Hosted at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey · New Brunswick, NJ
NROTC Rutgers University hosts NROTC at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey and 3 partner schools across New Jersey.
Quick facts
About this program
NROTC Rutgers University is the NROTC unit hosted at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Cadre have commissioned U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps officers from this campus since 1946.
The unit pulls midshipmen from Princeton University, The College of New Jersey, and Rider University alongside its host enrollment. Naval Science I-IV is taught at the unit, and partner-school midshipmen blue-and-gold to the host for drills and labs.
Midshipmen can pursue NROTC Navy Option (4-year) or, once on contract, NROTC Marine Option. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey brings academic depth in computer science and cybersecurity, and the unit aligns major selection with branch-board competitiveness.
Cross-town partners
| Institution | Relationship | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton University , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| The College of New Jersey , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Rider University , NJ | cross-town | 0.0 mi | — |
Scholarships available
See the Navy scholarship overview for the full slate of scholarships activatable at NROTC Rutgers University.
Academic programs at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Cadets at NROTC Rutgers University pursue degrees across Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey's undergraduate catalog. Branch-preferred fields (engineering, foreign language, nursing, computer science) often carry scholarship benefits. See Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey's profile →
Training & summer
NROTC midshipmen complete a summer cruise each year — CORTRAMID for first-year mids, then enlisted/junior-officer cruises for upperclassmen. Marine option mids attend Mountain Warfare Training and OCS.
Contact & location
Address: New Brunswick, NJ
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is NROTC Rutgers University located?
- NROTC Rutgers University is hosted at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick, NJ.
- Can students at other schools join NROTC Rutgers University?
- Yes — NROTC Rutgers University accepts cross-town and partner students from 3 other institutions, including Princeton University, The College of New Jersey, Rider University. See the cross-town partners table for distance and enrollment paths.
- Can I commission through NROTC Rutgers University as any major?
- Navy programs accept students from most academic majors at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Some scholarships and commissioning options (e.g., nursing, engineering, foreign-language) carry major requirements — confirm with the unit before declaring.
- When was NROTC Rutgers University founded?
- NROTC Rutgers University was established in 1946.
- How do I contact NROTC Rutgers University?
- See the contact section for current cadre information.
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