What ACT score do you need for Rutgers University-Newark?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the ACT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2021–22 figures).
Rutgers University-Newark ACT band
25th
22
–
75th
28
Median
25
Mid-range for ACT averages. Admission rate: 71%.
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ACT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2021–22 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.