FAQ
Do You Have a General Rutgers University-Newark or One Stop Question?
We’ve gathered some of our most frequently asked winter session questions to ensure you have the information you need to make this a successful and rewarding session!
Don't see your question below? Please email our team at wintersession@newark.rutgers.edu.
Eligibility
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Yes! Visiting students (i.e. students visiting from other institutions, alumni, and adults) seeking coursework that they need to earn their degree or taking classes for personal growth and development are eligible to register. Complete and submit the Visiting Student Application before 6:00 p.m. on December 18 to receive access to Rutgers University’s online registration system (WebReg).
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No, simply complete and submit the Visiting Student Application before 6:00 p.m. on December 18.
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High school students are not eligible to register.
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Yes! Connect with your academic advisor before you register to understand your options and together you can determine which course(s) will help meet your academic goals.
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Depending on your program, a newly admitted student may be restricted from registering for winter session courses. Meet with your academic advisor to find out if you are eligible to attend winter session and discuss which course(s) will help meet your academic goals.
Visiting Students: Alumni, Adults, and Students Visiting from Other Institutions
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Complete and submit the Visiting Student Application before 6:00 p.m. on December 18 to receive access to Rutgers University’s online registration system (WebReg).
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No, simply complete and submit the Visiting Student Application before 6:00 p.m. on December 18.
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Students visiting from another institution may need to get approval from their home school to take courses at another institution. Contact your academic advisor to discuss the process for attending courses at other institutions, to review which winter session course(s) will help meet your academic goals, and to confirm that you have completed all the required prerequisites. Prerequisites are listed on the Schedule of Classes.
Rutgers University is not responsible for the number or nature of credit(s) allowed by another institution for any courses taken during Winter Session.
Registration, Cancellations, and Withdrawals
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Current Rutgers University students from any campus and visiting students that have received access to the University’s online registration system, can log in to WebReg beginning October 7, 2024, to register.
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All students must pay their term bill by December 3 and complete RU Here.
RU Here is Rutgers University’s confirmation of attendance process. All students must confirm they are attending winter session before the RU Here deadline or their classes will be cancelled. Only students that have registered for winter session courses will be able to complete RU Here.
Click here for more information and instructions for completing RU Here.
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To completely cancel your course registration, you must log in to WebReg and drop the course(s) by the December 20 deadline.
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Students cannot cancel their course registration after the start of the session. However, students have the option to withdraw from the course. Withdrawal deadlines can be found here.
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Refunds are automatically generated if you cancel your registration or withdraw from a course by the deadlines posted on the Refund Schedule.
Students will receive a full tuition refund if the University officially cancels their course. Please allow 5-10 days for refund processing.
Cost, Payments, & Refunds
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Tuition and fee information can be found here.
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Contact the Office of Financial Aid to speak to a representative about your options.
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Log in to your student account here to view your winter session tuition charges and for information on the various payment methods available to you.
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Students will receive a full tuition refund if their course is officially cancelled by the University.
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Students must officially cancel their course registration or withdraw from a course through WegReg by the specified refund dates to be eligible for a refund.
Courses and Grades
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Each winter a variety of courses are offered by the Newark Schools’ of Arts & Sciences, Criminal Justice, Business, Public Affairs & Administration, and the Graduate School. Winter Session 2025 courses will be available to view on the Schedule of Classes beginning September 3, 2024.
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Course descriptions are available in the Rutgers Catalog.
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“Open” and “Closed” status information can be found in the course listing details provided on the Schedule of Classes.
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Contact the department offering the course or the course instructor to request a syllabus. Contact information can be found here.
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Click here to request an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or apostille.
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Click here to view and understand your grade(s).
Other
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If you plan to park on campus this winter, you must purchase a parking permit. Visit the Department of Parking Services for more information.
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The RU-N IT Service Center offers IT support assistance to Faculty, Staff, and Students in a wide range of computer-related issues. Support is available via phone, web, email, or in-person.
IT Service Center Hours of Operation Mondays - Thursdays 8am-6pm, Fridays 8am-5pm.
*Summer Intersession (8/15/24-9/2/24): Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat/Sun:Closed*
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To request a new or replacement ID card sent to your home mailing address, please open a case inquiry here and information survey, which will be sent to your email and must be completed. ID cards requested to be mailed will not be available for in-person pickup - cards will be mailed in 7-10 days from receipt of the completed survey.
There is a $20 fee for all lost/replacement cards payable upon request of a replacement card. To confirm or update your mailing address, please login here. Click here for more information.