Thank you for your interest in Rutgers Prep, where all three of our academic divisions - Lower School (3 year olds-Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6-8) and Upper School (Grades 9-12) - share one campus, inspire, support and challenge one another, and together, strive for excellence every day.
We welcome you to explore our website, campus and community, and discover for yourself what makes a Rutgers Prep education inspired.
While our website is a terrific resource, the best way to get to know Rutgers Preparatory School is to visit. Please register for an Open House, or simply call our office at (732) 545-5600, ext. 261, so that we can schedule a campus tour.
We look forward to working with you and your family.
The Path to Rutgers Prep Starts Here
To learn more about Rutgers Prep and to be added to our mailing list, please click the Request Information button. When you are ready to begin the application process, please click the Apply Now button. Grade specific checklists and procedures are listed below.
Once your application has been submitted, applicants in grades Pre-K through 6 should reach out to Diane Glace at glace@rutgersprep.org, applicants in grades 7-12 should reach out to Tara Klipstein at klipstein@rutgersprep.org to schedule your remote interview.
Complete the Rutgers Prep Application
To begin your application online, please click here. We also accept the Standard Application Online, available at SSAT.org.
Schedule your Interview and Personal Tour
Once your application is submitted, please schedule an appointment with the Admission office for an interview and a personalized tour. After the visit, candidates for Kindergarten and above will schedule a shadow day at Rutgers Prep, hosted by a current student in his or her current grade level.
Once your application has been submitted, applicants in grades Pre-K through 6 should reach out to Diane Glace at glace@rutgersprep.org, applicants in grades 7-12 should reach out to Tara Klipstein at klipstein@rutgersprep.org to schedule your remote interview.
What to Expect - Testing/Classroom Observations
Classroom Observations
IOWA Testing
Please note: due to the uncertainty of testing opportunities, we will be temporarily waiving testing.
Applicants to Grades 3-5 are required to take the IOWA test. If an applicant has taken IOWA testing within the current academic year, please submit these scores to determine if further testing is necessary. The application fee includes IOWA testing. The IOWA is administered at Rutgers Prep on specific Saturday mornings. Please call the Admission Office to the schedule. The ISEE & the Elementary Level of the SSAT are accepted in lieu of the IOWA.
Submit Teacher Recommendation Forms
Submit Official Transcripts
A signed Transcript Request From needs to be sent to your child’s current school so that official grades and test scores may be released and sent directly to our Admission Office.
When Will Admission Decisions be Communicated?
Rutgers Prep notifies candidates of admission decisions by March 10. Candidates should complete their application by mid-February in order to be considered in the first round of decisions for the upcoming academic year. Rolling admission will begin, space permitting, after March 10.
Once a student is offered admission, parents will be sent a formal acceptance, along with enrollment materials, including the School calendar, electronic contract and payment instructions.
Complete the Rutgers Prep Application
To begin your application online, please click here. We also accept the Standard Application Online, available at SSAT.org.
Schedule your Interview and Personal Tour
Once your application is submitted, please schedule an appointment with the Admission office for an interview and a personalized tour. After the visit, candidates will schedule a shadow day at Rutgers Prep, hosted by a current student.
Once your application has been submitted, applicants in grades Pre-K through 6 should reach out to Diane Glace at glace@rutgersprep.org, applicants in grades 7-12 should reach out to Tara Klipstein at klipstein@rutgersprep.org to schedule your remote interview.
Submit The Test Scores
Please note: due to the uncertainty of testing opportunities, we will be temporarily waiving testing.
Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) scores are to be submitted to Rutgers Prep for consideration as part of the admission process. We will also accept the ISEE 9 (Grades 6-11) and the PSAT (Grades 10 and 11). Rutgers Prep administers the SSAT here on campus. To register for the SSAT, please visit www.ssat.org. The testing dates for SSAT at Rutgers Prep (School Code - 6202) are as follows:
Submit Teacher Recommendation Forms
We require recommendations from at least two teachers; one from a math teacher; the other from an English or History teacher. For your convenience, teacher recommendation forms are generated and sent electronically through your application portal.
Submit Official Transcripts
A signed Transcript Request From needs to be sent to your child’s current school so that complete transcript including grades and test scores may be released and sent directly to our Admission Office.
When Will Admission Decisions be Communicated?
Rutgers Prep notifies candidates of admission decisions by March 10. Candidates should complete their application by mid-February in order to be considered in the first round of decisions for the upcoming academic year. Rolling admission will begin, space permitting, after March 10.
Once a student is offered admission, parents will be sent a formal acceptance, along with enrollment materials, including the School calendar, electronic contract and payment instructions.
More information and full application procedures for international students can be found on the International Program page on our website.
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