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New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, NJ · Public · 9,019 students

A vibrant campus community with diverse events and residential options.

Acceptance rate

65.1%

SAT (mid 50%)

1210–1460

Avg net price

$16,504

after aid

Next deadline

Nov 15

EA

Testing

Required

2026 cycle

Sources: the U.S. Department of Education (2024), and New Jersey Institute of Technology’s admissions site.

Your chances

How hard is it to get in?

Getting in is the hard part. New Jersey Institute of Technology admitted 65.1% of applicants in its most recent reported class, one of the lowest rates in the country. Realistically it is a reach for every applicant, no matter how strong.

Admitted students cluster near the top of the testing range: the middle 50% score 12101460 on the SAT and 2734 on the ACT. Scores at or above that band keep you in contention, but they do not decide it.

The real question is not your odds but your move. That is where Spike comes in: it reads your profile against what New Jersey Institute of Technology actually rewards, and tells you what to do next.

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What they value

Innovate, Research, and Build Futures

With superior academic programs, expert faculty, exceptional research opportunities and hundreds of internship and cooperative education opportunities, NJIT prepares students to make their futures great.

NJIT offers a broad range of programs across architecture, business, computing, engineering, humanities, math, and science, emphasizing practical application and research.

  • Academic CollegesNewark College of Engineering, Jordan Hu College of Science and Liberal Arts, Hi
  • Areas of StudyArchitecture & Design, Business, Computing, Engineering, Humanities & Liberal Ar

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Applying

Requirements and deadlines

  • Next deadlineNovember 15, 2026 (EA)
  • TestingRequired (2026 cycle)
  • Recommendations2 letters
  • Personal essayRequired
  • ApplicationCommon App

Verified from https://www.njit.edu.

Cost and aid

What you will actually pay

The sticker price is about $32,859, but that is not what most families pay. After need-based aid, the average net price is $16,504.

NJIT is committed to making its high-quality education affordable, with close to 80% of all undergraduate students and 92% of first-time incoming freshmen and transfer students receiving some form of financial aid, totaling over $100 million in assistance.

Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $84,276.

Verified from https://www.njit.edu and the U.S. Department of Education.

Campus life

The feel of the place

Grab pancakes with the President, then head to the Campus Center Atrium for a Commuter BBQ, a Tuesday here.

You might find students gathering for Pancakes with the President at the Campus Center Atrium or enjoying a Commuter BBQ on the Campus Center West Plaza.

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Quick answers

New Jersey Institute of Technology FAQ

Is New Jersey Institute of Technology test-optional?
No. For the 2026 application cycle, New Jersey Institute of Technology requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants.
How hard is it to get into New Jersey Institute of Technology?
Very hard. New Jersey Institute of Technology admits 65.1% of applicants, and the middle 50% of admitted students score 1210 to 1460 on the SAT. Treat it as a reach for every applicant.
When is the New Jersey Institute of Technology application deadline?
The next deadline is November 15, 2026 (EA).
How much does New Jersey Institute of Technology cost?
The list price is about $32,859, but the average price families actually pay after aid is $16,504.
Is New Jersey Institute of Technology worth it?
Graduates earn a median of $84,276 ten years after enrolling, and 73% graduate within six years. Value depends on your aid offer and your goals, which is exactly what Spike helps you weigh.

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