Office of the Dean of Students

Dear Highlanders,

On behalf of the Division of Student Affairs, I am pleased to welcome you to the 2021-2022 academic year. It is a privilege to serve as your Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students at this outstanding institution during a challenging time when the world continues to contend with the impact of the COVID pandemic. The Division of Student Affairs is committed to providing opportunities for you to engage, lead, and make important contributions to society as socially conscious and civic-minded citizens. We pride ourselves on our diverse student body and are committed to nurturing an environment that celebrates our differences.  

One of my team’s goals is to provide access to resources that may assist you in achieving your academic goals. Some of these resources are designed to enhance your overall university experience outside of the classroom. We have more than 150 diverse and welcoming organizations that offer leadership, networking, personal growth, and community service opportunities. Suppose you are interested in a closer connection with your peers or an opportunity to do something you enjoy. In that case, I strongly encourage you to visit Highlander Hub and join one or more organizations.   

I am interested in learning more about you and having an opportunity to share a little about my role as your Dean of Students. Hearing from students throughout the semester is important, and I intend to host pop-up roundtables (virtual and face-to-face) to hear your thoughts and ideas about the university. I have a team of colleagues dedicated to providing you with resources to support your success at NJIT. 

In closing, I am looking forward to an exciting year as we embrace the new normal, stay safe, and begin the journey of learning. I welcome your feedback, so please do not hesitate to send me an email with your thoughts, questions, or concerns. 

Welcome home!

Dr. Marybeth Boger

Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students

For the Summer 2022 and Fall 2022 terms, students must be up to date on vaccinations unless approved for exemption. Up to date includes a booster dose when eligible. Students not in compliance will be deregistered before the start of the respective term; please review important policy details below. 

The full policy can be found here. 

Summer Session 2022
Students currently enrolled or attending summer courses who have not provided proof of vaccination must do so or face deregistration before the start of the respective session. 

• Due May 9th for May 23rd classes. 

• Due June 21st for July 5th classes. 

Graduate students who have been admitted to fully online programs/certificates are exempted.

Fall 2022
Students enrolling for the fall are required to provide proof of their vaccination status, along with other required vaccinations, no later than July 1st, or be deregistered on July 15th. 

• Those admitted after June 16th must submit their records within two weeks of their admission.

• If a student’s eligibility for the booster is after September 6th, the student may start their classes however their registration will be canceled 7 days after their eligibility date for the booster and they will be responsible for their university bill (no refunds beyond the standard policy). 

• Incoming First-time, Full-time Degree-Seeking Undergraduates who are not in compliance will not be given a Fall 2022 schedule.

Undergraduate and graduate students who have been admitted to fully online programs are exempted.

Medical/Religious Exemptions
Medical and religious exemptions from vaccination will continue to be considered; however, religious exemption requests specific to the booster will not be accepted for students who previously demonstrated their covid vaccine series to the university.  

To submit a medical exemption, upload documentation from a medical professional to Medicat under Medical Exemption.  To submit a religious exemption (incoming students only), click here.

• Incoming students: must apply for either a medical or religious exemption no later than June 1st. 

Continuing students: must reapply for religious exemption by May 15th, and medical exemptions by June 1st.