Campus Closure

Rutgers–Camden closes only in the event of severe weather or other significant circumstances. Notification of closure is prominently posted on our homepage in the event of inclement conditions.

To find out if the campus is closed:

  • Call the Rutgers–Camden operator’s line 856-225-1766. A recorded message will tell you if the campus is closed.
  • Check CBS Philly if our campus is closed due to weather.
  • Listen to KYW-AM (1060) Rutgers–Camden’s school closing numbers are 605 (day) and 2605 (evening).

Resident students should check the lobby of the Rutgers–Camden Housing Complex for postings concerning dining hours and, as applicable, snow removal of the residents’ parking lots.

Please do not call the Rutgers University Police Department about weather-related cancellations.

Class Cancellations

To find out if your class is cancelled due to inclement weather, contact that department’s main number.

School of Law students should call 856-225-6375 and select menu option 4 for class cancellations or menu option 5 for emergency closing information.

Atlantic County MBA students can check on the status of their classes by calling 856-225-6452.

Sign Up for Emergency Alerts

Rutgers–Camden has an emergency text message notification system. You can register your cell phone number to receive alerts in the event of a major campus emergency.