Students are introduced to faculty, learn about lab rotation, and hear talks presented by faculty members. The surrounding area is diverse in character and offers numerous cultural and recreational activities. Tourism guides for New Jersey , New York , and Pennsylvania are available. Rutgers also maintains a list of available housing. For more information, please contact the Rutgers Housing Office , or the Off-Campus Housing Office .
Health insurance is also available.
There is a golf course located on the Busch Campus in Piscataway. The Recreation Center on the Busch Campus has squash and racquetball courses, a weightlifting gym, and three indoor pools, including an Olympic length 50 meter pool. New Jersey has much to offer those who enjoy outdoor activities. Nearby Johnson Park winds along the Raritan River with trails used by bicyclists, roller bladers and runners. A short drive from the campus are skiing in the Poconos, hiking at the Delaware Water Gap National Park, rock climbing in the Palisades, white water canoeing on the Delaware River, freshwater fishing throughout the state, and swimming and surfing at the New Jersey shore.