Rutgers Alumni Volunteer Information Network Updated 2012-2013 Training Rutgers University-Office of Undergraduate Admissions admissions.rutgers.edu

Welcome to RAVIN The Rutgers Alumni Volunteer Information Network (RAVIN) is a group of dedicated alumni who assist the Office of Undergraduate Admissions in recruiting the next generation of Rutgers scholars! What does RAVIN accomplish? Maintain Rutgers’ presence in regions not easily visited by Rutgers admissions staff. Convey the benefits of a Rutgers education while sharing their experiences and disseminating vital information about the University. Be an involved and engaged alum in your own hometown!

2012 First-Year Applicants (July 20, 2012) In-State Domestic Out-of-State International TOTAL UNIVERSITY Applied 23,834 6,127 1,841 31,802 Admitted 16,542 3,747 1,155 21,444 Enrolled 7047 756 463 8,266 % Admitted 69% 61% 63% 67% % Enrolled 43% 20% 40% 39%

Where are our out-of-state students from # Enrolled Students NEW JERSEY 48,763 1. New York 1,537 2. Pennsylvania 726 3. California 329 4. Maryland 215 5. Florida 189 6. Connecticut 173 7. Virginia 158 8. Massachusetts 146 9. Texas 143 10. Illinois 104

Out-of-state student stats at other comparable state universities University of Michigan 40% Purdue University 35% University of Pittsburgh 35% Pennsylvania State University 34% University of Virginia 33% University of Arizona 30% University of Illinois 27% University of Maryland 22% University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill 18% Rutgers University 13% Ohio State University 11% University of California – Los Angeles 8% University of Texas – Austin 5% University of Florida 4%

Importance of Alumni Recruiters 10 Rutgers recruiters assigned to out-of-state markets 8 Regional Recruiters 12 national areas with active RAVIN groups 405,000 living alumni

RAVIN Coordinators Alumni volunteers who act as leaders in their area to organize coverage for their local college fairs. Receive college invites from Undergraduate Admissions Work with other local alumni to determine who can attend the college fair & inform Undergraduate Admissions who will be attending. Undergraduate Admissions registers for fairs & sends materials to the RAVIN member who will be attending the fair RAVIN attend the fair, send interest cards back to Undergraduate Admissions

College Fairs August – November, some Spring Typically take place weeknights (7-9pm); sometimes on weekends Generally held in high school gymnasiums/cafeterias with larger fairs held at community colleges, civic centers, or shopping malls Enables recruiter to interact with students and parents in a casual and informational setting Recruiters answer students questions and distribute brochures Updated Standard table set-up

Preparing for College Fairs Table materials Recruitment Manual (Admissions, Academic Schools, Majors, Extra Curricular activities, Housing, Tuition and Aid) Rutgers Magazine, alumni e-newsletter, Rutgers TODAY, www.admissions.rutgers.edu National Associate for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC) do’s and don’ts Personal experience How did you choose Rutgers? What was life at Rutgers? How did it prepare you for where you are now?

5 Key Messages About Rutgers Location Northeast, 45 minutes from NYC-One Hour from Philadelphia History and Tradition Founded in 1766, 8th oldest college in the United States Over 405,000 living alumni Top Ranked Academic Departments 24 programs are ranked in the top 10 nationally Membership in Association of American Universities (AAU) Value Ranked 6th in the country by the Wall Street Journal’s Smart Money Magazine for return on educational investment Kiplinger’s Personal Finance ranked RU one of the Top 100 Best Values in Public Colleges Employment outcomes Opportunities Large public university with 40,000 undergraduates: over 400 Clubs, Study Abroad, Honors Program, Special Interest Housing, Research projects, Internships, Club Sports, Greek Life, ROTC, the opportunities are endless!

5 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1.) Where is Rutgers? Three Regional Campuses Camden Newark New Brunswick

5 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 2.) How big is Rutgers? New Brunswick – one community made up of 5 campuses, each with its own personality 28,000 undergraduate students, 2,677 acres Diverse student body 175 + research centers and institutes 3,898 full time faculty, 14:1 student to faculty ratio 90% first year students live on campus D I, club level, and intermural sports, 400 clubs and activities, 60+ fraternities and sororities, ROTC, golf course Newark 11,750 students, 40 acres U.S. News & World Report “most diverse campus in nation” 60+ clubs and organizations 12:1 student to faculty ratio NCAA DIII sport teams Camden 6,158 students, 31 acres Average class size: 22 NCAA D III sports teams

5 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 3.) What majors are offered at Rutgers? Over 100 majors/ 4,000 courses Nationally ranked academics – Philosophy, Education, Anthropology, English, Women’s Studies, Criminology, Humanities, Business, Turf Management, Pharmacy, Theater, Library Studies, Oceanography, Food Sciences, Public Policy, Animal Science, Environmental Science, Law New Brunswick – 7 Undergraduate Schools. School of Arts and Sciences – 70 + majors School of Environmental and Biological Sciences – formally Cook College Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy – 6 year doctoral program Mason Gross School of the Arts – Fine Arts Conservatory Music, Theater Arts, Dance, Visual Arts College of Nursing Rutgers Business School Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing, Supply Chain and Marketing Management, Business Analytics & Information Technology, Management Science and Information Systems

5 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 4.) What SAT/ACT scores and GPA do I need to get into Rutgers? Middle 50% for SAT is 1710-2010 Middle 50% for ACT is 26-31 Middle 50% for GPA is 3.5 – 4.0 on 4.0 scale Application Students can apply to 3 undergraduate schools with online application Available in September senior year of high school $65 application fee Essay required SAT or ACT Self Reported Academic Record – SRAR Deadlines Spring semester – October 1st Fall semester, early action – November 1st (decision before February) Fall semester, regular action – December 1st (decision before March) ** encourage apply before December 1st (deadline for scholarship and honors consideration)

5 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 5.) How much does it cost to attend Rutgers? Students under 24 years of age are presumed to be dependent on their parents. Residency determined by parent domicile. Must show proof before semester to change residency Living on or off campus for one year does not change residency Financial Aid Need based Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 15th Merit Scholarships 1,000 incoming students were recipients Range from $1,000 to $24,000 (renewable for four years) Must apply before December 1st Criteria to be considered: academic (SAT/ACT, GPA, Grades, Strength of Program) NJ Residents Out-of-State Residents Tuition $10,356 $23,676 Fees $ 2,717 $ 2,717 Room and Board $11,412 $11,412 Total: $24,485 $37,805

RU – RAH RAH! Encourage visiting Rutgers! Studies Have Shown the Visit is the BIGGEST factor in a student’s college choice Tours available year-round, 5 days a week NJ Transit train runs from Newark Airport directly to College Avenue campus in New Brunswick Students can connect with Amtrak via the New Brunswick train station To register for a tour go to: admissions.rutgers.edu/visiting

GROW THE SCARLET NATION!! RAVIN goals for 2012 Cover 115 Fairs 2011: Covered 97 fairs Develop 2 additional RAVIN areas with a coordinator. 2011: 5 regions with alumni coordinators Increase the percentage of out-of-state students.

Where do we go from here? Add your information to RAVIN database Receive Recruitment Manual 2nd part of training: Attend a fair with current Admissions staff or experienced RAVIN

THANK YOU! Undergraduate Admissions: Mark Mehlmann: Admissions Counselor / RAVIN Coordinator mehlmann@ugadm.rutgers.edu