Incoming First-Year Students: Your Future Starts Here

Academic Preparation. All first-year students who apply to NJIT must submit an official high school transcript. When evaluating your application for undergraduate admission, we are interested in understanding how you challenge yourself relative to the curriculum that was available at your school and the trends in your performance—for example, if your grades improved between your first-year and senior year.

We also consider the GPA that is indicated on your high school transcript. We generally look for students in the top 25% of their class. For schools that don't use a ranking system, we consider a 3.0 GPA or higher to be the equivalent.

Participating in rigorous curricula, such as Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment or International Baccalaureate (IB) classes, can give you an additional advantage. You may be eligible for college-level credit based on your scores on AP or IB exams.  To receive AP or IB credit, have your official AP or IB score report sent to NJIT.

High School Course Requirements

For Engineering, Computing and Science Majors

• Four years of English.
• Four years of mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and Pre-Calculus are required; Calculus is strongly recommended).
• Three years of lab science (Chemistry and Physics are required).

For Engineering Technology Majors

• Four years of English.
• Four years of mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II; Pre-Calculus is strongly recommended).
• Three years of lab science (Chemistry and Physics are required).

For Architecture, Business, Design, Humanities and Social Science Majors

• Four years of English.
• Three years of mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II are required; Pre-Calculus is strongly recommended).  
• Two years of lab science (either Physics, Chemistry and/or Biology).  

Standardized Test Policy

Test-Optional Admission Policy for Spring 2027 and Fall 2027 

First-year students applying to NJIT for Spring 2027 and Fall 2027 can choose not to submit SAT and/or ACT scores. While submission of test scores is not required for admission consideration, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit them. This policy does not apply to Albert Dorman Honors College or accelerated program applicants, as they are required to submit test scores.

Students who have taken the SAT or ACT are strongly encouraged to submit test scores to be considered for endowed scholarships where scores may be required. However, students who do not submit scores will be considered for other scholarships.

NJIT does not have a minimum high school GPA or test score requirement. Successful applicants in the most recent (Fall 2026) incoming class had an average high school GPA of 3.65 (out of 4.0), the average SAT score is 1339 and the average ACT score for our enrolling first-year class is 30.

Submitting Scores

We will consider either the SAT or ACT and use the highest scores provided (super score), even if they are not from your most recent testing.

We recommend you send all your official scores as soon as possible, or no later than the time you test, to avoid missing a deadline.

SAT school code: 2513

ACT school code: 2580

Personal Essay. Included in the Common Application is an essay. The purpose of the essay is to assess your writing ability and, more importantly, to learn more about you as an individual. This portion of the application helps us get to know you, assess mutual fit and better understand what you could contribute to NJIT.

Letter of Recommendation. Counselors and teachers provide an external perspective about you as a person and applicant to NJIT. We expect you to provide us with all information pertinent to your application, while your recommender will provide an additional perspective/insight about you as a student. 

Portfolio. Undergraduate applicants interested in Architecture, Digital Design, Industrial Design and Interior Design majors are required to submit a digital portfolio of creative work. This portfolio helps convey visual awareness and reflects the potential for success in design education. In some instances, a strong portfolio may determine acceptance. You can learn more about portfolio requirements here.

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