Fall 2022 New Domestic Graduate Student Orientation*
Welcome to NJIT! We are so pleased you will be joining us this Fall!
The Fall 2022 New Domestic Graduate Student Orientation will be held in-person on Wednesday, August 31, 5:00-7:30. All new domestic graduate students will receive an invitation to register for this event focusing on graduate education and what you need to know as a new graduate student. On this page you will find further information about New Graduate Student Orientation as well as some beginning tasks to help you get started on your graduate journey.
Activate your NJIT UCID to confirm attendance for this upcoming fall. You will need a NJIT UCID in order to access orientation registration. Remember that your NJIT ID is different from your Student ID Number.
If you are unable to attend in person, the self-guided online orientation will provide information about the resources available to you as a graduate student at NJIT, will summarize graduate policies and procedures and provide guidance for success in your studies. We are here to help you succeed at NJIT!
*Please note: This is an orientation for domestic/non-international students only. Incoming international students have a virtual orientation hosted by the Office of Global Initiatives.
FAQs
How do I register for the Fall 2022 New Graduate Student Orientation for Domestic Students?
If you have been admitted to NJIT for the Fall 2022 semester and would like to attend the Fall Orientation for New Domestic Graduate Students, click here to register for the event.
What is the domestic graduate orientation registration deadline?
You need to register for the event no later than August 19, 2022.
What if I am unable attend?
If you are unable to attend in person, you can access the self-guided online orientation. This will provide information about the resources available to you as a graduate student at NJIT and will summarize graduate policies and procedures and provide guidance for success in your studies.
I am a new international graduate student. Can I also attend this?
No. Incoming international graduate students will have a virtual orientation hosted by the Office of Global Initiatives.
Questions about financial aid
As a full-time or part-time matriculated domestic graduate student with an admissions application on file, you may be eligible for some forms of financial aid. If you have not already done so, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Be sure to enter NJIT's federal school code, 002621. If you would like to speak to an NJIT Financial Aid Counselor, please visit the Student Financial Aid Service Contacts page.
Questions about classes or scheduling
Please contact the Office of the Registrar if you have questions about class offerings or your schedule in particular. Reach out to your Graduate Academic Advisor as well. If you do not know who your advisor is, please contact the Graduate Studies Office and we can assist you.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO SUBMIT YOUR FINAL TRANSCRIPT TO THE ADMISSIONS DEPT IF YOU HAVE NOT DONE SO ALREADY.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please email us at graduatestudies@njit.edu.