New Jersey Institute of Technology
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1190 | 1440 |
| 2020 | 1190 | 1440 |
| 2023 | 1220 | 1460 |
| 2024 | 1220 | 1460 |
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Application Methods
π Great Fit If You Are:
Applied tech builders
if you want to learn code, circuits, or design and apply them to real-world projects fast, NJIT moves at that pace.
Work-ready engineers
if your goal is to land a solid job with technical depth and practical skills, this school builds that foundation.
Urban commuters with ambition
if you want access to NYC while staying grounded in an affordable and efficient campus, NJIT delivers.
First-gen or value-driven students
if ROI and career entry matter most, and you're ready to hustle, NJIT respects that mindset.
Introverted grinders
if youβre okay flying under the radar while building hard skills and working in labs, NJIT is your zone.
π¨ Not Ideal For:
Classic campus experience seekers
NJIT is urban, compact, and career-focused; it's not a leafy liberal arts setting.
Big social scene lovers
while clubs and community exist, NJIT is more lab-and-laptop than parties and pep rallies.
Theoretical purists
if youβre into abstract math or pure physics, the focus here may feel too applied or industry-bound.
Name brand hunters
NJIT is respected in tech fields but doesnβt carry Ivy or Stanford-like clout in casual circles.
Slow-and-steady learners
the programs move fast and are packed with hands-on training; falling behind can be tough to recover from.
βοΈ Weather & Climate
spring
50-70Β°F (10-21Β°C)
Mild with rain
summer
75-90Β°F (24-32Β°C)
Hot and humid
fall
50-75Β°F (10-24Β°C)
Cool and crisp
winter
20-40Β°F (-7 to 4Β°C)
Cold with snow
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters
βοΈAverage 200 sunny days per year