Rutgers University Golf Course New Jersey
Rutgers University Golf Course is a par-71 public course in New Jersey, playing 6,247 yards from the Scarlet tees with a rating of 76.5 and slope of 136.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,247 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 76.5 / 136 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | New Jersey, USA |
| Coordinates | 40.5183, -74.4704 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet | 6,247 | 72 | 76.5 | 136 |
| Black | 6,033 | 72 | 75.2 | 134 |
| White | 5,647 | 72 | 72.2 | 124 |
| Green | 5,323 | 72 | 70.5 | 121 |
| Scarlet | 6,247 | 72 | 76.5 | 136 |
| Black | 6,033 | 72 | 75.2 | 134 |
| White | 5,647 | 72 | 72.2 | 124 |
| Green | 5,323 | 72 | 70.5 | 121 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet 76.5/136 | 353 | 381 | 178 | 483 | 349 | 369 | 531 | 201 | 448 | 3293 | 381 | 158 | 539 | 367 | 143 | 348 | 338 | 184 | 496 | 2954 | 6247 |
| Black 75.2/134 | 335 | 365 | 155 | 468 | 323 | 350 | 522 | 184 | 434 | 3136 | 361 | 140 | 520 | 367 | 143 | 348 | 338 | 184 | 496 | 2897 | 6033 |
| White 72.2/124 | 318 | 335 | 137 | 455 | 313 | 322 | 488 | 146 | 418 | 2932 | 341 | 135 | 479 | 360 | 132 | 334 | 324 | 172 | 438 | 2715 | 5647 |
| Green 70.5/121 | 308 | 307 | 127 | 453 | 284 | 308 | 466 | 136 | 405 | 2794 | 318 | 128 | 401 | 355 | 122 | 314 | 314 | 149 | 428 | 2529 | 5323 |
| Scarlet 76.5/136 | 353 | 381 | 178 | 483 | 349 | 369 | 531 | 201 | 448 | 3293 | 381 | 158 | 539 | 367 | 143 | 348 | 338 | 184 | 496 | 2954 | 6247 |
| Black 75.2/134 | 335 | 365 | 155 | 468 | 323 | 350 | 522 | 184 | 434 | 3136 | 361 | 140 | 520 | 367 | 143 | 348 | 338 | 184 | 496 | 2897 | 6033 |
| White 72.2/124 | 318 | 335 | 137 | 455 | 313 | 322 | 488 | 146 | 418 | 2932 | 341 | 135 | 479 | 360 | 132 | 334 | 324 | 172 | 438 | 2715 | 5647 |
| Green 70.5/121 | 308 | 307 | 127 | 453 | 284 | 308 | 466 | 136 | 405 | 2794 | 318 | 128 | 401 | 355 | 122 | 314 | 314 | 149 | 428 | 2529 | 5323 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 6 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Scarlet (6,247 yards, 76.5/136)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 4, 448 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,647 yards, 72.2/124)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Green (5,323 yards, 70.5/121)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (122 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 448 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 158 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 539 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 143 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #3 handicap hole. At 531 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Rutgers University Golf Course?
Rutgers University Golf Course has a course rating of 76.5 and slope of 136 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 70.5 with a slope of 121.
How long is Rutgers University Golf Course?
From the back tees, Rutgers University Golf Course plays 6,247 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Rutgers University Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 448-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Rutgers University Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Scarlet tees (6,247 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,323 yards).
Is Rutgers University Golf Course public or private?
Rutgers University Golf Course is a public golf course in New Jersey. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Rutgers University Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Metuchen Golf and Country Club, Shackamaxon Country Club (Scotch Plains), Colonia Country Club (Rahway), Springdale Golf Club (Princeton).
Is there a yardage book for Rutgers University Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Rutgers University Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Rutgers University Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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