Checklist for Summer 2024 Onboarding:
Please complete the following items.
All resources to complete these steps are on this webpage.
Let’s Get Started
- Activate Net ID (included in your admissions deposit confirmation letter)
- COVID-19 Vaccine Card: Upload your Covid vaccine card at https://rutgers.medicatconnect.com. You will be cleared to register 3-5 business days after your card has been uploaded. If your vaccine card has been uploaded and 3-5 business days later you are unable to register for classes, please contact Student Health Services through https://rutgers.medicatconnect.com.
- Upload photo for Rutgers ID. – It is required that all students have an ID card.
- Complete immunization requirements, including COVID vaccine requirements
View Immunization Orientation presentation slides - Fill out the Health Insurance Waiver
- School Email – Important: sn.rutgers.edu is the official e-mail account for the School of Nursing, not Scarletmail. Please make sure that sn.rutgers.edu is your default email. Access your sn.rutgers.edu email at connect.rutgers.edu.
How to access School of Nursing email
Go to connect.rutgers.edu
Enter your School of Nursing Email YourNetID@sn.rutgers.edu
Enter the password associated with your NetID
Set the time zone
MyRutgers Student Portal – Students manage their student accounts and access many of the school services through their student portal. We call it “myRutgers,” located at my.rutgers.edu
Social Media – Make sure to follow us!
Instagram: @ru_engagedson
Twitter: @ru_engagedson
Facebook: facebook.com/ruengagedson/
Questions
If you have questions, email wwn2@sn.rutgers.edu
Financial Resources and Presentations
Student Financial Aid
View RBHS/SON Financial Aid Website
Student Accounts, Billing, and Cashier Services
View Billing Website
View Graduate Tuition and Fees
Access campus services
IMPORTANT: The following items are necessary to complete the steps in the next section. If you have trouble accessing or using any of these, please see the Student Computing page.
- Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – Each student is required to have their own personal computer or functional device.
- Parking – For information on-campus parking please view the parking website
Students cannot complete the parking process/request a permit until they are registered for Summer 2022 classes.
Division of Advanced Nursing Practice Handbook
There are numerous student resources available on the School of Nursing website. View Student School of Nursing Website Resources. Additionally, the Division of Advanced Nursing Practice Handbook is a good source of information and answers frequently asked questions.
View Division of Advanced Nursing Practice Handbook.
Advisement
Graduate students receive advisement (course, clinical, schedule, academic, career, etc.) from the Program Specialty Director. Students should seek advisement from their advisors prior to registering each semester.If you are unsure who your Specialty Director is, you can access that information on the School of Nursing Directory.
View School of Nursing Specialty Directors
Student Engagement
student.engagement@sn.rutgers.edu is the point of contact for students in need of extra support and/or to with the below resources.
Academic Resources
Course Registration
The Office of the Registrar is available to answer questions regarding, registration, add/drop, and course withdrawal, transcripts, and enrollment verification.
View Registration Resources
Registrar Orientation Presentation
View Registration Steps
University Academic Calendar
This is a great place to check before you plan time-off.
View University Calendar
Office of Disability Services (ODS)
During this time of remote learning, there are tips available to students. View ODS Student Tips. If a student requires an academic and/or clinical accommodation, the student should contact the Office of Disability Services by emailing odsrbhs@ca.rutgers.edu or call 973 972 5396 or 973-640-0058.
Please view this video for more information.
Temporary Conditions
Temporary conditions or injuries do not last long (typically 8 weeks or less), are not chronic, and have little or no outstanding or lasting effects. Although temporary conditions generally do not qualify as a disability under federal or state laws, the University does recognize that temporary conditions and injuries can be problematic and may adversely affect a student’s ability to fully participate in class.
Visit the Temporary Conditions website for more information.
Religious Accommodation
Rutgers University respects the religious diversity of its students, faculty, and staff. The University prohibits discrimination based on religion and will provide reasonable accommodations for students to enable them to exercise their sincerely-held religious beliefs, unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship on the university. A reasonable religious accommodation is any adjustment to the work and/or academic environment that will allow the individual to practice his/her religion. Religious accommodation can only be provided to students with formal documentation.
View the Religious Accommodation Request Form
Attendance
View additional information regarding the School of Nursing Classroom and Clinical Attendance Policy
School of Nursing Academic Coaching
There are graduate student resources available through the School of Nursing.
View Office of Academic Success and SON Writing Resources
View Office of Academic Success Orientation Presentation slides
Library Resources
View Research Guides for DNP students
View Research Guides for MSN students
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Writing Center
There are graduate student writing support available through the RBHS Writing Center. View RBHS Writing Center Website.
Information Technology
View Student Computing Information
Support Resources
Student Wellness Program (Free Counseling Services)
Free student counseling services are available by virtual appointments. To schedule non-urgent appointments, please call (973) 972-5429. In case of emergency or after hours, please call (800) 327-3678.
View Student Wellness Website
Title IX
If you have a university concern surrounding sexual discrimination, sexual harassment, or sexual violence, a complaint can be filed by calling (973) 972-5374 or completing the electronic form.
View the Sexual Misconduct Reporting Form
View the Title IX Orientation Presentation slides (2021)
Violence Protection Victim Assistance (VPVA)
Services and support are available to all students with a history of harassment or violence and can be accessed by calling 973-972-4636 or scheduling an appointment through email vpva@rbhs.rutgers.edu
View VPVA Website
View VPVA Orientation Presentation slides
Rutgers University Police Department (RUPD)
The Rutgers University Police Department is present and active on all campuses and includes security escorts. View the RUPD – Newark Website.
View the Safety and Security Guide
View the Cell Phone Theft Prevention Poster
View the Newark Theft Prevention Poster
View the Security Escorts Guide
Clinical Clearance and Health Services
Student Health Services
Students can schedule virtual appointments by calling (973) 972-8219.
View Student Health Services Website
View Student Health Services Orientation Presentation slides
Clinical Clearance
Clinical clearance is facilitated in collaboration with Student Health Services and clinical sites by Ms. Sherri Lynn Moose.
View Ms. Moose’s Contact Information.
View Clinical Clearance Requirements
View Clinical Clearance Orientation Presentation slides