Online Admissions

Use the following links to find admissions requirements, an application checklist, and dates and deadlines:

• Master's Degree Admissions
• Graduate Certificate Admissions
• Non-Credit Professional Development Programs Enrollment

Deadlines for master's degree applications can be found by visiting the NJIT Admissions Dates and Deadlines webpage.

Graduate Certificate program applications are considered on a rolling basis - but it is recommended that applicants complete their application and submit all materials to NJIT at least 3 weeks prior to the start of the semester in which they hope to begin the program.

Additional information about admissions requirements can be found by visiting the NJIT Admissions criteria and checklist webpages.

Students are able to check the status of their NJIT online application via the application portal. Go to connect.njit.edu/apply/.

Generally speaking, most programs have the following online admissions requirements: completed application, non-refundable application fee, transcripts from all colleges and universities attended and an optional letter of recommendation. Additional requirements may exist depending on the program (see details here).

Please allow at least 10 to 15 business days for your materials to arrive. Your application will be reviewed as soon as all required documents arrive. You will receive written notification from the Office of Graduate Admissions informing you of any missing documentation.

You can check your application status by visiting the application portal.

NJIT will accept unofficial copies of any required documents needed to complete your application. Admitted students are expected to submit official documents prior to enrolling.

Yes. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required for all international applicants not holding a degree from a United States post-secondary institution.

The minimum score required is 79 for the Internet-based TOEFL exam, 213 for the computer-based TOEFL exam, or 550 for the paper-based TOEFL exam. A minimum score of 6.5 with no sub-score lower than 6.0 is required for the IELTS exam.

Additional information about admissions requirements can be found by visiting the NJIT Admissions criteria and checklist webpages.