Welcome International Students!
International students at Rutgers SPAA gain a global perspective on public administration while learning the cutting-edge knowledge and professional skills needed for successful careers in government, the nonprofit sector, and international organizations.
Students obtain competencies in leadership and management, the policy process, evidence-based decision-making, public service values, and interacting productively with a diverse workforce and society.
Rutgers SPAA offers International Students:
- A renowned school recognized as one of the world’s leading research institutions in public administration with highly ranked degree programs
- A place for aspiring leaders to gain the knowledge and skills required for successful careers in government or the nonprofit sector
- Award-winning faculty who are accomplished scholars and practitioners and bring real-world expertise to the classroom
- Affordable tuition for competitive academic programs
- A school-wide culture of inclusiveness that supports international students
- A close-knit, active community at Rutgers-Newark – a campus adjacent to New York City and known for the extraordinary racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity of its student body
Resources for International Students
- The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS) at Rutgers University–Newark serves more than 1,700 international students, scholars, and their dependents from more than 70 countries.
Questions?
Contact Dr. Pengju Zhang, director of international programs, at pengju.zhang@rutgers.edu, with any questions.