The Garden State is simply an amazing place to live, work, and raise a family.
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With its diverse and welcoming communities, nation-leading school system, vast natural beauty, and no end of arts, entertainment, and recreation, New Jersey truly has something for everyone.
There's a Place for Everyone
North Jersey
A bustling region for business and retail with matchless views of Manhattan, Northern New Jersey is also where all of our professional sports teams play.
Central Jersey
Discover a wealth of American history in what has also become the state’s seat of academia, in addition to some of the most advanced health care.
South Jersey
This suburban oasis with big city access is where much of “the Garden State’s” prized agriculture, beautiful preserved lands, and natural wonders can be found.
Jersey Shore
Our shores are famous the world over for a variety of popular beaches and communities, their miles and miles of festive boardwalks, and endless fun.
Rutgers #1 in New Jersey
InForbes’ 2023 report on America’s best large employers, Rutgers has advanced 31 places to rank as #64 of 500 included companies, as well as being the top New Jersey-based employer of them all.
A Great State for Families
New Jersey ranked amongWalletHub's top 10Best States to Raise a Family in 2022.
Excellent Higher Ed
New Jersey is home to many of the top-ranked colleges and universities in the United States… including Rutgers, of course!
Blue Ribbon Schools
Choose from a host of successful public/non-public elementary, middle, and high schools whose students achieve at very high levels as well as schools successfully closing academic gaps.
Family Fun
From local parks and zoos to amusem*nts and edu-taining museums, there’s no shortage of fun to be found with the entire brood.
Age Friendly Communities
The elderly have unique needs, which is why New Jersey offers a dedicated infrastructure of housing and other resources dedicate to our older residents.
Child Care
A wide range of child care options are available to suit every need. Our partnership with Care.com plus generous discounts can help you secure the best choice.
A Corporate Hub
With its business-friendly environment, New Jersey is where many of the world’s largest corporations are headquartered, includingBMW,Johnson & Johnson,Merck,Prudential Financial, TD Bank, andChanel.
Location, Location, Location
Food and Drink
Whatever you’re hungry for, you’ll find it here, from elegant gourmet dining to tempting street fare to the authentic cuisines of virtually every ethnicity. We’re also home to craft breweries, local wineries, and premium distilleries, most of which eagerly welcome thirsty visitors.
Arts and Culture
Aficionados of the performing arts, literature, and fine art will find no shortage of world-class museums, libraries, and cultural centers. Additionally, New Jersey proudly celebrates the heritage of its diverse population in many different organizations and festivals.
History
From geological wonders that reveal our past through the revolutionary era’s most important sites right up to shooting locations of some of the most popular movies and TV shows, New Jersey is a haven for history buffs of every sort.
Sports and Entertainment
Our proximity to the Big Apple puts Broadway and some of the world’s biggest concert stages just a short ride away, while professional football, baseball, basketball, and hockey teams are all well-represented, with many games played right here in the Garden State.
Nightlife
When the sun goes down, that’s when the fun really starts: If you’re looking to unwind after a long day, New Jersey has you covered with clubs, bars, and venues of every description, offering the best in live music, DJs, dance, comedy, and beyond.
Rutgers Health Welcomes You
So, now that you know why New Jersey is such a great place to call home, are you ready to find out more about what Rutgers Health has to offer you?
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