New Jersey Institute of Technology
Public university · Newark, NJ · 9,019 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
65%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1210–1460
ACT (middle 50%)
27–34
Average net price
$18,783
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$34,374
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
72%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into New Jersey Institute of Technology?
New Jersey Institute of Technology accepts about 65 of every 100 applicants (65%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1210 and 1460 on the SAT. A score at or above 1460 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1210, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 27–34.
The latest federal data says New Jersey Institute of Technology is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on New Jersey Institute of Technology's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does New Jersey Institute of Technology cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $34,374 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $18,783 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $21,162 for NJ residents and $39,912 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$21,162
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$39,912
- Room & board$16,450
- Total cost of attendance$34,374
- Average net price after grants$18,783
Popular majors
Computer Science, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business, Architecture.
New Jersey Institute of Technology FAQ
- What is New Jersey Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?
- 65% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for New Jersey Institute of Technology?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1210–1460. Aim for 1460 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for New Jersey Institute of Technology?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 27–34.
- Is New Jersey Institute of Technology test-optional?
- The latest federal data says New Jersey Institute of Technology is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on New Jersey Institute of Technology's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does New Jersey Institute of Technology cost?
- About $34,374 a year before aid; $18,783 on average after grants.
- What is New Jersey Institute of Technology's FAFSA school code?
- 002621. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so New Jersey Institute of Technology receives your information.
- What is New Jersey Institute of Technology's graduation rate?
- 72% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to New Jersey Institute of Technology
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University-CamdenCamden, NJ | 66% | 1050–1300 | $15,732 | 61% |
| Jersey CollegeTeterboro, NJ | 68% | 986–1305 | $56,587 | 30% |
| Drew UniversityMadison, NJ | 68% | 1103–1338 | $25,614 | 71% |
| The College of New JerseyEwing, NJ | 62% | 1140–1340 | $26,752 | 85% |
| Eastern International College-Jersey CityJersey City, NJ | 70% | — | $17,756 | 56% |
| Bloomfield College of Montclair State UniversityBloomfield, NJ | 70% | — | $13,249 | 36% |