PhD Students: Dominate Your Field

Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

NJIT offers 19 PhD programs to Full-time and part-time students. At NJIT, you’ll be part of a world-renowned polytechnic university that prepares students for innovative careers at top companies like BAE Systems Inc., Facebook, Tesla, Google, and Morgan Stanley, as well as at national laboratories and universities as faculty members.

Applicants seeking financial support for Full-time Ph.D. study should apply by December 15.  The majority of chosen applicants receive support in the form of Teaching Assistantships or Research Assistantships. Exceptional students are considered for:

Gary Thomas Assistantships

  • Eligibility: full-time entering Ph.D. students
  • Years 1 & 2: University funded stipend, tuition and fees
  • Years 3 & 4: Expected grant funded stipend, tuition and fees, plus additional $2,000 university award

Provost Assistantships

  • Eligibility: full-time entering Ph.D. students
  • Years 1 & 2: University funded stipend, tuition and fees
  • Years 3 & 4: Expected grant funded stipend, tuition and fees

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Programs of Study

Ph.D. Program Offerings from NJIT’s Newark College of Engineering

NJIT’s doctoral degree programs provide you with the crucial tools and skills needed to publish your work to the public, advance your engineering career, and make groundbreaking contributions to the field.  Be at the forefront of new discoveries in cutting edge research with these doctoral degree programs:

 

Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering Environmental Engineering
Industrial Engineering Materials Science and Engineering (Engineering option)
Mechanical Engineering Transportation

NJIT’s efforts and dedication to be among the nation’s most elite and productive research institutions has made it possible in achieving an R1 status — the highest designation — by the Carnegie Classification. Earning R1 status has yielded major research grants for NJIT’s faculty and success for doctoral programs.

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is the primary measure used by rating organizations and governmental agencies to describe colleges and universities. Institutions that grant doctoral degrees are divided into three tiers that represent their level of research activity in terms of research and development expenditures and doctorates awarded, with the coveted R1 indicating “very high research activity.”

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Online Accelerated B.S. in Business

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You've earned the credits. Now finish what you started.

You should apply if you...

 

  • Have an Associate’s Degree in Business from a two-year program
  • Interested in obtaining a Bachelor’s of Science in Business
  • Looking to advance your career
  • Need a program that is fully online

 

Why NJIT?

 

  • 100% Online program. 7-week courses year round
  • Start your MBA while finishing your Bachelor's
  • Online tutoring services
  • Discounted e-tuition
  • Adult-learner, working professional and continuing educator friendly

 

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NJIT's Tech MBA

At NJIT's Martin Tuchman School of Management, you can choose from three diverse Tech MBA degree programs led by renowned industry leaders. With a focus on flexibility and tailored to your needs and interests, these programs are designed to enhance your career trajectory. Whether you prefer a specialized track or a general management approach, NJIT's customizable Tech MBA programs provide the tools and knowledge to propel your professional growth.
 

 

TECH MBA ON-CAMPUS***

TECH MBA ONLINE

MINI-MBA* ONLINE

PROGRAM LENGTH

36-credits, 4 semesters

36-credits, 4 semesters

12-credits, 2 semesters

ENROLLMENT STATUS

Part-Time or Full-Time

Part-Time or Full-Time

Part-Time or Full-Time

STEM DESIGNATION Yes Yes No
CAREER STAGE Beginning of Career, Changing Careers Advancing in Your Career, Changing Careers Upskilling, Exploring Career Change

CONCENTRATIONS

MIS; Marketing; Finance; Entrepreneurship; Custom

MIS; Marketing; Finance; Entrepreneurship; Custom

No

CLASS MODALITY

On-Campus, & Online Asynchronous**

Online Asynchronous** 

On-Campus, & Online Asynchronous**

CALENDAR START

Fall and Spring

Fall, Spring, & Summer

Fall, Spring, and Summer

*Credits from the Mini MBA graduate certificate can be transferred to the MSM and MBA programs to  ensure graduates can effortlessly transition into the graduate program of their choice

**Asynchronous: Allows students to complete coursework online at their own pace within the course schedule.

***International Students on F-1 visas are eligible for a 24-month OPT extension.

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NJIT’s Tech MBA

In NJIT's on-campus Tech MBA program, you'll have access to a dynamic learning environment where you can engage directly with faculty and peers. Collaborate on projects, participate in interactive discussions, and network with industry professionals in person, fostering valuable connections and enhancing your learning experience. Additionally, being on-campus allows you to take advantage of NJIT's state-of-the-art facilities, resources, and career services, providing you with comprehensive support as you navigate your tech-focused MBA journey.

NJIT’s Online Tech MBA

With NJIT's online Tech MBA program, you can enjoy the flexibility of studying from anywhere at your own pace, making it ideal for working professionals and those with busy schedules. The program delivers the same high-quality curriculum as the on-campus option, with interactive online discussions, virtual collaboration tools, and access to industry-experienced faculty. You'll have the opportunity to balance your education with other commitments while still gaining the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the technology industry.

NJIT’s Mini-MBA Graduate Certificate

NJIT's Mini MBA graduate certificate offers a condensed and focused program that allows managers and career professionals to acquire foundational business knowledge in key areas such as finance, marketing, accounting, and management information systems. With its immersive approach, this certificate equips individuals with the essential skills needed to enhance their career prospects and stay competitive in today's business landscape. You’ll also be able to seamlessly transfer credits to NJIT's graduate programs to further pursue your education with an advanced degree.

NJIT Makes Veterans Succeed

As one of the nation’s leading polytechnic universities and a Top Military Friendly School, NJIT is committed to supporting those who served and their dependents.

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NJIT Makes Student Success

Future in the Making

With NJIT’s focus on hands-on, experiential learning, students put their knowledge into practice and gain real-world experience. With 125+ degree programs from engineering to environmental science to FinTech, NJIT makes individuals who are prepared to lead, to drive industry transformations, and to make significant contributions to the world at large.

 

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NJIT Makes It Happen

NJIT Makes Success Stories. Begin Yours Now.

As one of the nation's leading polytechnic universities, NJIT offers 120 programs in six specialized schools and is home to more than 11,400 students from over 100 countries.

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NJIT Makes Gaming a Career

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Top 50 School to Study Game Design

The field of gaming, like most areas of our society, is rapidly evolving. Now a multi-billion dollar industry, gaming offers many career options and NJIT has developed programs to prepare students for lucrative and rewarding positions to meet the growing demand.

Ranked the #1 animation program in NJ and one of the top schools for game design on the east coast, NJIT has expert faculty across all disciplines of gaming. From development and programming to animation and audio to VR and AI to eSports and Overwatch, we offer students the opportunity to get involved with all aspects of gaming.

 

Career Opportunities:

  • Software Developers
  • Programmers
  • Animators and Artisits
  • UX Designers
  • Usability Testers
  • Script Writers
  • Graphic Designers
  • Audio Engineers
  • Marketers and more..

Get Involved with Current Research:

  • Dr. Mike Lee uses gaming to teach computer science education
  • Join the Social Interactions Lab with Director Dr. Yvette Wohn to study the roles of algorithms and social interactions in livestreaming 
  • Dr. Amy Hoover's lab studies gaming from an AI and HCI perspective
  • Join Dr. Adamovich as he uses VR-based video game therapies to help stroke patients rehabilitation

 

 

NJIT's Overwatch Team is one of six Esports teams on campus

"Esports is one of the best places to have people from all walks of life come together and play on a level playing field." Don't take our word for it though—watch the video below and join the team today

Meet the Gamers at NJIT

100+ students participate on our esports teams, even more are learning how to develop games.
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