High School Students

The Albert Dorman Honors College welcomes applications from high school students who have excellent grades (B+ average), rank in the top 90+ percentile of test takers on the SAT or ACT exam, and participate in service activities. 

Deadlines:

  • Accelerated programs: November 1st
  • For Fall admission: February 1st

How to Apply:

  1. Visit the Common Application.
  2. Apply to NJIT.
  3. Indicate your interest in the Honors College.
  4. Answer all the questions pertaining to the Honors College.
  5. Write an essay (max. 400 words) on the exact topic specified on the application; a general essay is not acceptable.  See Tips For Writing an Honors College Essay.
  6. Upload a resume (optional)
  7. Submit one letter of recommendation
     

Decision Dates, for both Dorman Honors College and the Dean's Scholars Program (decisions are posted on the applicant status portal):

  • December
  • February

 

Transfer Students

Current NJIT students and incoming transfer students are welcome to apply if they have outstanding records. A GPA of 3.6+ in a rigorous college-level curriculum is required. Learn more about how to apply here.

 


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