The university notifies applicants in writing that they have been accepted for admission and also outlines any conditions that may apply. Unless the notification indicates otherwise, applicants must satisfy all conditions before they register.

The university at times grants conditional admission to applicants whose academic records are particularly difficult to evaluate. This can include individuals who have been out of school for a number of years or people with low grade-point averages who have achieved high scores on the GRE or GMAT. Rutgers does not give conditional admission to students who have already completed 6 or more credits on a nonmatriculated basis. In addition, conditional admission is not allowed in the Ph.D. program.

Students who are admitted conditionally and who receive grades of B or better in their first 12 credits of course work will have their status upgraded to fully matriculated students. Those who receive a grade below B during this probationary period may be dropped from the program. Among the requirements that may be imposed on students admitted conditionally may be specific courses they must take during their first 12 credits.