About Online Learning

What is Online Learning?

NJIT Online programs are fully accredited high-quality graduate degrees and certificates that are offered by one of the nation’s top public Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) universities.

NJIT Online graduate courses follow a similar format to those that are held in person: they are led by a faculty member who is an expert in the field, utilize textbooks, and often require homework, class participation, and exams. NJIT Online courses take place in the Canvas online learning platform.  Registered online students log on to Canvas using an NJIT-issued ID and password to access lessons, participate in discussion forums, upload assignments, take tests and quizzes, and more. 

While deadlines tend to be scheduled weekly, some courses may require participation in live online discussions or events, and group work may require meetings with classmates outside of the course.

NJIT Online graduate courses are 3 credits and are offered on a regular basis during the typical academic semester calendar - over 15 weeks in the fall (beginning in early September), spring (beginning in late January), and the summer (beginning late May).  The successful student should expect to spend a couple of hours a day studying and participating in coursework.

About Online Learning 

Sometimes referred to as eLearning. Delivery of instruction in which all course activity can be completed fully online through the learning management system. There are no required face-to-face sessions but students are expected to follow a week-by-week schedule as outlined in the syllabus. Work is typically done in an asynchronous mode and students can complete the coursework without coming to campus. Note: NJIT policy requires online students registered for a fully online course section must be given the option to take their exam in a completely online format, with appropriate proctoring. 

How To Apply

Are you ready to begin advancing your career with a cutting-edge program from NJIT Online?  Use the links below for admission's criteria, an application checklist, and dates and deadlines:

Master's Degree Admissions

Graduate Certificate Admissions

Non-Credit Professional Development Programs Enrollment

Financial Aid

NJIT awards funding to a select number of qualified full-time graduate students.