Rutgers University–CamdenStudent Guide

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Student guide · Summer Session 2026

The semester, explained for Rutgers University–Camden

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Summer Session 2026
Campus terms
23
Local details
16

Academic calendar

Summer Session 2026 runs May 26, 2026 – Aug 12, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

9 entries
  1. Summer Session 2026Relevant now
  2. Fall Minicourse First 7 Weeks 2026
  3. Fall Semester 2026
  4. Fall Minicourse Second 7 Weeks 2026
  5. Winter Session 2026-2027
  6. January Intersession 2027
  7. Spring Semester 2027
  8. May Intersession 2027
  9. Summer Session 2027

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Campus language

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23 terms

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330
330 Cooper Street, the apartment-style residence hall typically for upperclassmen and graduate students.
330 Cooper
The 330 Cooper Street residence hall, typically housing upperclassmen and graduate students.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that plans major campus events and concerts.

E

EOF
Educational Opportunity Fund, a program providing financial and academic support to eligible students.

F

FSL
Fraternity and Sorority Life, referring to the Greek organizations on campus.

O

OID
Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

R

Raptor
The Scarlet Raptor, the official mascot and shorthand for a Rutgers-Camden student.
Raptor Bucks
The currency loaded onto a student ID for use at campus dining and retail locations.
RLC
Rutgers-Camden Learning Center, which provides tutoring and academic coaching.
RU Screw
A universal Rutgers term for bureaucratic frustrations or administrative mishaps.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student population.
Starbucks
The licensed Starbucks location situated within the Campus Center.

T

The Apartments
The Rutgers-Camden Apartments located on Delaware Avenue.
The Bridge
The Ben Franklin Bridge, which is a dominant visual landmark adjacent to the campus.
The Caf
The Gateway Cafe, the main dining hall located in the Campus Center.
The Corner
The Corner Cafe, a grab-and-go dining location in the Campus Center.
The Corner Cafe
A grab-and-go dining location in the Campus Center featuring coffee and snacks.
The Garden
Refers to the outdoor seating area near the dining facilities often used for eating.
The Marketplace
The primary dining hall located on the lower level of the Campus Center.
The Quad
The central open green space on campus where students congregate between classes.
The Suites
Common shorthand for the suite-style living arrangements within the campus housing complex.
The Towers
Camden Towers, the traditional high-rise residence hall for first-year students.
The Waterfront
The Camden Waterfront area adjacent to campus, home to the aquarium and concert venue.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

16 details
Armitage
Armitage Hall, the main building for the College of Arts and Sciences.
ATG
Armitage Hall, a primary academic building housing various departments and classrooms.
BSB
The Business and Science Building, housing classrooms and faculty offices for those departments.
campus_center_dining_hall
Campus Center Dining Hall
Canvas
The online learning management system used for course assignments, grades, and communication.
Handshake
The primary online portal used by the Career Center for job postings and internship searches.
Kite+Key
The official Rutgers tech store where students can purchase computers and electronics.
Law School
The Rutgers Law Building, a prominent structure on the north end of campus.
OneStop
The OneStop Student Services Center, the central hub for financial aid, registrar, and billing inquiries.
PATCO
The high-speed rail line with a nearby stop (City Hall) used by students to commute to Philadelphia.
RiverLine
The NJ Transit light rail that connects the campus to Trenton and intermediate stops.
RUID
The official student identification card and the unique 9-digit number assigned to every student.
The Campus Center
The Paul Robeson Campus Center, the hub for student life and dining.
The Gym
The Athletic and Fitness Center located on Third Street.
The Robeson
The Paul Robeson Library, the main research and study hub on campus.
The Shuttle
The campus shuttle bus service that provides transportation between campus buildings and local transit stops.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Summer Session 2026 runs May 26, 2026 – Aug 12, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
23 approved campus terms and 16 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Camden for Rutgers University–Camden Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Camden.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,100

Cost of Living Index

88

Student Population

15,000

City Transportation

Walkability

69

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

NJ Transit bus network, PATCO Speedline, River Line light rail

Nearest Airports

Philadelphia International Airport (primary regional airport), Camden County Airport (general aviation, regional)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

54°F

Avg Snowfall

20 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

City Lot 15

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Weekdays 6:00 am to 2:00 am

City Lot 16

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Weekdays 6:00 am to 2:00 am

Lots C1, C2, C3, C14

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Weekends 6:00 am to 2:00 am

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Rutgers University–Camden

Rutgers–Camden Information Session & Tour

July 28, 2026

Rutgers–Camden Welcome Center, Camden

An information session and campus tour for prospective students.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Rutgers University–Camden

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

4 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

330 Cooper

Capacity: 350

Room types: three-bedroom apartments, four-bedroom apartments

Camden Apartments

Room types: two-bedroom, four-bedroom, four-bedroom, 1 bath, four-bedroom, 2 bath

Camden Tower

Capacity: 350

Room types: suite

Camden Towers

Capacity: 252

Room types: three-bedroom suites for six students

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@rutgersucamden.edu

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