Ph.D. students in NJIT's Computer Engineering program are expected to originate and advance research in their area of study, while also preparing to become leaders in academia, industry or the government. The Ph.D. candidate enters as a student, progresses as an apprentice scholar and graduates as a colleague of his or her mentor. These are some of our basic goals for doctoral students, which include both intellectual and ethical considerations.

Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeUSD 34,326 / Year
Next IntakeMay 22, 2027
Computer Engineering
About
Doctoral students in NJIT's Computer Engineering program are preparing for diverse fields and will work with renowned experts in these specialty areas.
- Demonstrate a broad technical expertise in Computer Engineering through successful course work and achievement on exams
- Communicate research outcomes to the scientific community through oral presentations and written work, including your dissertation, conference presentations and journal papers.
- Perform high-quality independent research that is original and well-executed
- Teach, often at the collegiate level
- Develop ethical reasoning skills to conduct research
- Find employment in computer engineering or a related field
Requirements
Entry Requirements
- Completed application
- Application fee
- English proficiency score (unless undergraduate degree completed at a U.S. university)
- GRE/GMAT scores
- Portfolio (for applicants to the Hillier College of Architecture and Design)
- Letter of recommendation
- 1 for Master’s
- 3 for PhD
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Fee Information
Application Fee 75
How to Apply
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Completed application - NJIT accepts the Common Application for First-Year admission
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Application fee (or a College Board or other fee waiver)
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High school transcript
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SAT (use code 2513) or ACT (use code 2580) - see Test-Optional Admission Policy for Fall 2023
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Letter of recommendation
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Portfolio (for applicants who wish to attend the Hillier College of Architecture and Design) - see Admission and Portfolio Requirements
Computer Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology
United States of America, Newark