Priority 1: Learner Advancement And Success

The landscape of higher education in the United States is changing rapidly and significantly. To leverage the opportunities this change creates, we commit to delivering a STEM-focused education that provides the highest possible value for today’s learners. Our efforts will take into consideration the demographic decline, particularly in the northeastern United States, which is  expected to lead to a smaller population of high school graduates, while also addressing the changing public perception of the value of higher education. Our approach will also directly address the fact that today’s students have more choices than ever for career paths post high school, and their expectations of higher education are evolving rapidly, with today’s students demanding flexible anytime support, adaptable programs of learning, and the promise of career success post-graduation.

NJIT is uniquely positioned to thrive within this landscape with its focus on polytechnic education and its role as an Innovation Nexus. With a focus on student success, NJIT will provide an exceptional educational experience reinforced by experiential learning for all learners that emphasizes outcomes, career-readiness, and preparation to become influential contributors to society. NJIT students will be exposed to cutting-edge technologies. They will have access to an innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. They will have experiences in research labs, government agencies, and international corporations. Building on NJIT’s already excellent return on investment (ROI) for students, the university will become a student success powerhouse.

Key Metrics

• Retention and graduation rates
• Student satisfaction with quality of instruction
• Percent of students taking part in experiential learning
• National and international awards and recognitions received by students
• Post-graduation employment rate
• Alumni average salary at mid-career
• Student perception of belonging and inclusion on campus