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New Jersey City University

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world rank  1832

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Overview

Founded in 1927, the New Jersey City University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Jersey City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), New Jersey. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, New Jersey City University (NJCU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. New Jersey City University (NJCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 98-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NJCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

New Jersey City University's Control Typepublic

Entity

New Jersey City University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

New Jersey City University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

New Jersey City University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym NJCU
Founded 1927
Motto Ineamus Ad Discendum Exeamus Ad Merendum
Enter to Learn, Exit to Serve
Colours Green and gold
Mascot Gothic Knights
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University Location

Address 2039 Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City
07305 New Jersey
United States
New Jersey City University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
New Jersey City University Phone Number (201) 200 2000
New Jersey City University Fax Number (201) 200 2352
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of New Jersey City University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify New Jersey City University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of New Jersey City University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at New Jersey City University.



New Jersey City University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

New Jersey City University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


New Jersey City University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


New Jersey City University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


New Jersey City University's Admission Office Admission Office

2039 Kennedy Boulevard
Jersey City 07305-1597
(201) 200 3234
888 441 6528

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

New Jersey City University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


New Jersey City University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


New Jersey City University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


New Jersey City University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


New Jersey City University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


New Jersey City University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


New Jersey City University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


New Jersey City University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


New Jersey City University's Library University Library

Yes Visit New Jersey City University's Library
New Jersey City University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 205,000 physical volumes, 3,000 physical mediaThe library is managed by a total number of 18 full-time employees, including 7 librarians. New Jersey City University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


New Jersey City University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the New Jersey City University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 624 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


New Jersey City University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


New Jersey City University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


New Jersey City University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


New Jersey City University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


New Jersey City University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

New Jersey City University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


New Jersey City University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


New Jersey City University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

New Jersey City University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important New Jersey City University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important New Jersey City University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the New Jersey City University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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