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New Jersey Institute of Technology

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Overview

Established in 1881, the New Jersey Institute of Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Newark (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), New Jersey. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 143-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NJIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Control Typepublic

Entity

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

New Jersey Institute of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym NJIT
Founded 1881
Motto The Edge in Knowledge
Colours Red
Mascot The Highlander
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University Location

Address University Heights
Newark
07102 New Jersey
United States
New Jersey Institute of Technology's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
New Jersey Institute of Technology Phone Number +1 (973) 596 3000
New Jersey Institute of Technology Fax Number +1 (973) 642 2541

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following New Jersey Institute of Technology's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify New Jersey Institute of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This New Jersey Institute of Technology's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at New Jersey Institute of Technology.

New Jersey Institute of Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
International
students
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic New Jersey Institute of Technology's admission information.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has New Jersey Institute of Technology a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

New Jersey Institute of Technology's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


New Jersey Institute of Technology's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

New Jersey Institute of Technology has more than 2300 international students.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office

University Heights
Newark 07102
(973) 596 3300
800 925 6548

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for New Jersey Institute of Technology.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

New Jersey Institute of Technology has an enrollment range of 9,000-9,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 600-699 academic employees (Faculty).


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Control Type Control Type

New Jersey Institute of Technology is a public higher education institution.


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

New Jersey Institute of Technology is a non-profit higher education institution.


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

New Jersey Institute of Technology does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official New Jersey Institute of Technology's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: STEM-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of New Jersey Institute of Technology's main facilities:


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit New Jersey Institute of Technology's Library

New Jersey Institute of Technology's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 140,674 physical volumes, 80,549 physical media, 26 digital/electronic media and 114 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 30 full-time employees, including 15 librarians. New Jersey Institute of Technology's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the New Jersey Institute of Technology provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,960 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of New Jersey Institute of Technology's main services:


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

New Jersey Institute of Technology's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


New Jersey Institute of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

New Jersey Institute of Technology is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important New Jersey Institute of Technology's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council for Interior Design Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Architectural Accrediting Board
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important New Jersey Institute of Technology's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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