I am an international student and gained admission in Rutgers at Newark and Stony Brook University. I have received mixed reviews on both of them. I am going to major in biological science. Which university is better in terms of academics, social life, and opportunities?
Stony Brook is very well respected in NY, especially for bio.
Stony Brook is much more respected academically, it’s on par with Rutgers-New Brunswick. It’s also a much bigger school than Rutgers-Newark, has a much safer campus, and many more opportunities, both academic and social.
Stony Brook has a larger international presence. It also has a medical school and is STEM focused.
@mohchan360 I Have applied to Rutgers New Brunswick as well. And assuming that I get in, is it better to opt for Rutgers NB or Stony Brook. I heard Rutgers has higher international tuition as compared to SBU. Is it worth the extra money?
Both colleges have similar programs for General Biology. Rutgers New Brunswick wouldn’t be worth the extra tuition.