Rutgers Welcome Week 2026
Welcome Week 2026 kicks off August 25 for Rutgers–New Brunswick students!
Your Rutgers story starts before classes do. Every year, Rutgers' Welcome Week invites new and returning students to explore campus, connect with the Scarlet Knight community, and engage with weeks of free events and beloved traditions – from Scarlet Carnivale and New Student Convocation to our Scarlet Night Activities and Involvement Fair. Come ready to make Rutgers yours.