Rutgers New Brunswick/Piscataway MBS 2025-2026

[shonsp]

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Hey guys! Just wanted to make this thread since I haven't seen one for this cycle yet.

It's still a little early in the app cycle I think, but I'm just looking to connect with anyone either interested in or planning to attend the Masters in Biomedical Sciences (MBS) program at Rutgers New Brunswick/Piscataway (Fall 2025). Even if you run into this post months down the line, still feel free to reach out/DM!

 

[shonsp]

(Also if anyone cares, I also applied to SMP programs at BU, Georgetown, Case Western, Rutgers Newark, and NYMC, but ultimately chose Rutgers NB/Piscataway)

 

[wafflewsyrup]

Hi! I just received my acceptance to Rutgers Piscataway as well. I was wondering why you chose Piscataway over Newark?

 

[shonsp]

Hi! I just received my acceptance to Rutgers Piscataway as well. I was wondering why you chose Piscataway over Newark?

Hey! Congrats on your acceptance 🙂 I found both programs to be pretty much the same in what the ultimate goal/mission is for their students. Cost of attendance is also the same (or very similar). Where it differed were the structures of the programs, and this is where I found it really just came down to personal preference. It’s a bit tough since there isn’t all that much testimonial information available online aside from what’s available on their website and a few posts on places like Reddit and here. So for me, I just liked the area of New Brunswick better; I liked the more structured curriculum compared to Newark; their open house was very helpful to attend as well to ask questions and gain information about the program (that’s where I made my final decision); their accelerated application program (though never guaranteed) is a great opportunity to skip that “glide” year of med school apps that most other programs don’t offer; the directors seemed very nice and knowledgeable. There were a few other minor/personal reasons I chose Piscataway over Newark, so feel free to DM if you have any more questions!

 

[anonymous5409]

Just submitted my application - how soon after submitting did you get your decision?

 

[shonsp]

Just submitted my application - how soon after submitting did you get your decision?

hey! So I applied pretty early on in the cycle so it took me well over a month to hear back since they hadn’t even started reviewing applications yet. But as far as I’m aware, I think they respond much quicker now. My best guess is they review new applications every 1-2 weeks or so. It definitely shouldn’t take as long as it did for me. Best of luck!

 

[anonymous5409]

hey! So I applied pretty early on in the cycle so it took me well over a month to hear back since they hadn’t even started reviewing applications yet. But as far as I’m aware, I think they respond much quicker now. My best guess is they review new applications every 1-2 weeks or so. It definitely shouldn’t take as long as it did for me. Best of luck!

Sounds good! Thank you so much!

 

[jojo0817]

Hi! I just got accepted and was wondering if there is a groupme for Fall 2025

 

[shonsp]

Hi! I just got accepted and was wondering if there is a groupme for Fall 2025

Hey, congrats! Yeah I’ll DM you

 

[Kakegawa]

Does anyone know the size of the class? On the website, they say 11 graduates went directly to the RWJMS through the linkage. It's hard to find any information about the program.

 

[shonsp]

Does anyone know the size of the class? On the website, they say 11 graduates went directly to the RWJMS through the linkage. It's hard to find any information about the program.

From my understanding, class size is about 90-100. You should attend their open house bc they give all the details there, and you can ask any questions directly to the program directors and current students as well. The next one is July 9th (you can register on their website).

 

[Kakegawa]

From my understanding, class size is about 90-100. You should attend their open house bc they give all the details there, and you can ask any questions directly to the program directors and current students as well. The next one is July 9th (you can register on their website).

Thanks a lot. I will check out the next open house.

 

[akennedy3]

Hey, congrats! Yeah I’ll DM you

Hey! Could either post the GroupMe or DM it to me? Looking to connect with others in the program.