The Academy College Courses at NJIT are designed for high-achieving high school students in 11th and 12th grades who are interested in earning college credits while still in high school.
College Courses for High School Students
Participants earn college credits in small, customized classes taught by faculty who have been recognized for their commitment to teaching excellence.
College credits earned can be applied toward an undergraduate degree at NJIT or possibly transferred to other colleges or universities (varies by institution).
Summer classes meet for 5 weeks Monday through Thursday
Fall and Spring classes meet on Saturdays during the semester
Academy College Courses Features
College credit courses
Peer learning with other talented high school students
Classes taught by first-rate faculty
A scholarly, multicultural university experience
During the summer semester, Academy students have the option of living on the NJIT campus during the week or commuting to the University.
Summer 2023 Courses
Introduction to Business - MGMT 190 (3 credits)
Introduction to business enterprise, including organization structure, basis of authority and responsibility, financial systems, marketing, the interaction of government and business, and the interrelationships of the broad economic, political, psychological, and social influences upon business. This is an entry-level management course and part of the freshman year curriculum at NJIT.
Fundamentals of Engineering Design - FED 101 (2 credits)
Teams of students work on open-ended engineering projects. Topics covered include an introduction to basic engineering design elements, processes, measurements, product, and project design and development, with hands-on experiments in a specific major area. Students also learn to use engineering tools for computer-aided design and simulation. Technical writing and oral presentation along with project management skills are emphasized.
English Composition: Writing, Speaking, Thinking - HUM 101 (3 credits)
Provides instruction in written and oral communication in the context of the freshman year curriculum at NJIT. Emphasizes critical thinking as essential in producing effective expository writing, with readings and writing assignments drawn from humanities, engineering, and social and natural science.
Tuition and Fees:
Application Fee: $60 (non-refundable)
Tuition: $563 per credit