New Jersey City University

It is moderately difficult to get into New Jersey City University. New Jersey City University admitted 96% of all applicants in 2021. Out of 6,545 applications received in 2023, 6,305 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to New Jersey City University, the application fee costs $55.

New Jersey City University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of New Jersey City University's admissions stats.

New Jersey City University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	92%
Waitlist	No

New Jersey City University Application Deadlines

Check with New Jersey City University directly for more info on application deadlines.

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Considering Applying Early to New Jersey City University?

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New Jersey City University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with New Jersey City University directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on New Jersey City University Admissions

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Transferring to New Jersey City University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to New Jersey City University

New Jersey City University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does New Jersey City University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at New Jersey City University

What does New Jersey City University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Interview	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with New Jersey City University for more information on admission factors.

New Jersey City University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to New Jersey City University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with New Jersey City University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	–	–	SAT or ACT Scores
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into New Jersey City University?

Students admitted to New Jersey City University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 55% submitted a class rank. At New Jersey City University 18% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 44% were in the top 25% and 69% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At New Jersey City University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	13%
3.75 and 3.99	13%
3.50 and 3.74	15%
3.25 and 3.49	14%
3.00 and 3.24	15%
2.50 and 2.9	17%
2.00 and 2.49	12%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to New Jersey City University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

New Jersey City University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 92% of New Jersey City University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of New Jersey City University students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 440 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of New Jersey City University students scored 550 or higher, and 75% scored a 440 or higher.

More Information on Transferring to New Jersey City University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to New Jersey City University.

Transfer students can enroll in New Jersey City University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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New Jersey City University Admissions FAQs

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Does New Jersey City University accept transfer credits?

✅ New Jersey City University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. New Jersey City University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does New Jersey City University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ New Jersey City University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to New Jersey City University?

❌ No, New Jersey City University is test optional, so you can make the call whether to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is New Jersey City University's acceptance rate?

✅ New Jersey City University has an acceptance rate of 96%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at New Jersey City University?

🟨 New Jersey City University may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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