Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Newark, New Jersey |
| Online | njit.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) occupies a 45-acre campus in Newark's University Heights district, located 20 minutes from New York City by train. Founded in 1881 as the Newark Technical School, NJIT has evolved into a public polytechnic university recognized for its engineering, computing, and architecture programs. The campus combines modern academic facilities with historic buildings, including several structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. NJIT maintains a strong focus on STEM disciplines, offering degrees through six professional schools, with its College of Engineering and College of Computing serving as primary academic centers. The university provides on-campus housing through several residence halls and apartment-style complexes, primarily serving undergraduate students, while competing in NCAA Division I athletics as the NJIT Highlanders.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
NJIT is rated within the top 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for New Jersey Institute of Technology within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#214 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#50 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in New Jersey
#4 in Best Public Colleges in New Jersey
#146 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in New Jersey
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1210/1470 |
| ACT | 25/32 |
| GPA | 3.72 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $75 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New Jersey Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,750 |
| Other Fees | $3,406 |
| Room and Board | $15,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,580 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,352 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,750 |
| Other Fees | $3,406 |
| Room and Board | $15,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,580 |
| Total One Year Cost | $58,264 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 38% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 16% |
| Engineering Technology | 14% |
| Architecture | 13% |
| Business | 10% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=185828 IPEDS survey data for New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Current students may use the New Jersey Institute of Technology GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025