New Jersey Institute of Technology reserves the right to increase tuition and fees as required.
Students incur a legal obligation to pay tuition and fees when they register for classes. Unless the registrar receives written notice by the fifth day of the semester that a student will not be attending classes, the student will be billed for payment.
Liability for Charges
A student who registers for a course is liable for all tuition and fees. Receipt of a properly completed withdrawal notice by the Registrar's Office will affect the amount of refund, if any, to be issued. The Office of the Bursar (http://www.njit.edu/bursar/index.php) is responsible for the collection of all payments.
Tuition and Fees 2007-2008 (in US dollars)
TUITION
| New Jersey Resident | Non-Resident |
| Full-time | $7,177 /semester | $9,857 /semester |
| Part-time | $694/credit | $955/credit |
NOTES: Part-time = 1--11 credits per semester. Full-time = 12 or more credits per semester. However, for any additional credits taken over 19, there is a per credit charge at the part-time rate in addition to the full-time charge.
FEES
Full-time (fees per semester)
| Registration | $80 |
| Academic Facilities | 350 |
| Student Services | 65 |
| Graduate Student Association | 35 |
| Athletics | 95 |
| Health Services | 22 |
| Technology Infrastructure Fee | 160 |
| Total | $807 |
Part-Time (per semester)
| Registration | $80 |
| Health Services | $22 |
| Total | $102 |
In addition to the above, Part-time students are also charged the following fees per credit:
| Academic Facilities | $37 |
| Student Services | 9 |
| Graduate Student Association | 4 |
| Athletics | 8 |
| Technology Infrastructure Fee | 20 |
| Total | $78 |
International Student Fee $90 per semester
International students are charged tuition off the Non-Resident tuition rate.
Health Insurance $278 per academic year
International Students (students on F1 and J-1 visas) are charged $316 per academic year for taking 3 or more credits.
HEALTH INSURANCE
New Jersey statutes require all full-time students and all F-1 and J1 students (whether full- or part-time) to show evidence of existing health insurance, or they will be required to purchase coverage from the university for the rate of $278/$316 per academic year. United States citizens and permanent residents, carrying less than 9 credits will not be automatically billed, and should immediately take steps to purchase insurance if they are not otherwise advised. Students with comparable coverage may waive the fee for this insurance by going to http://www.njit.edu/insurancewaiver and following the instructions. This must be done during the 30-day enrollment period at the beginning of the semester. F-1 and J1 students must be registered for at least 3 credits to be able to purchase insurance from the university. International students with less than 3 credits must contact the Office of Health Services for further information. Students with J-1 visas, see " Health Insurance" under "Student Services" in this catalog for further information.
Full and Part-time students and students interested in supplemental coverage for spouses and families should contact the Office of Health Services for more information.
APPLICATION AND SPECIAL FEES
Application Fees
A non-refundable fee of $60 must accompany applications for admission. Students who wish to change their degree program must file a new application and pay an additional $60 fee.
Late Payment Fee
Students are charged $100 if they do not pay tuition and fees within the period stipulated in payment instructions.
Late Registration Fee
Registration is required each semester. A late registration fee of $100 is required after the deadline specified in registration instructions.
Maintaining Registration Fee
Students admitted to degree programs and who find it necessary to temporarily discontinue their studies, may maintain their enrollment by paying $50 for each semester they do not register for courses. The mechanism for maintaining registration is the notation MR on the registration form International students on F-1 and J-1 status may not maintain registration unless they have obtained prior written permission from the Office of International Students and Faculty.
Doctoral students in the dissertation stage and master's students in the thesis or project stage of their programs are not permitted to maintain registration by this mechanism and must be enrolled in dissertation, thesis or project credits until completion of the dissertation, thesis or project. Additional tuition and fees may be imposed for failure to be enrolled in dissertation, thesis or project credits as required. Other limitations on MR exist for those in academic difficulty.
If international students must interrupt their studies temporarily, they are required to first consult with the Office of Graduate Studies as well as the Office of International Students and Faculty to obtain permission for a leave of absence.
Readmission Application Fee
A non-refundable fee of $60 must accompany applications for readmission.
Transcript Request Fee
See Registrar
Schedule Change Fee
A fee of $25 is charged for each schedule change requested after the deadline specified by the registrar.
Thesis and Dissertation Fees
A fee of $75 is charged for university processing of the minimum required number (3) of master's theses; and $100 for university processing of the minimum required number of doctoral dissertations (3). The original copy of the thesis or dissertation is scanned by the library and placed on the Web, except for any one that is to be sequestered for patent or proprietary reasons. Two copies are sent to an outside bindery by the library. Binding fees for additional copies are $25 each for master's theses and $33 each for doctoral dissertations. Arrangements and payment for full publishing and copyright services are handled through the Office of Graduate Studies and by arrangement with ProQuest.
Graduation Fee
A $100 fee is charged each time students apply for graduation. If the degree requirements are not completed and a student is not certified for graduation, the student must reapply for graduation and pay the $100 graduation fee again.
Parking Fee
NJIT students who have registered for classes may purchase a parking permit online at www.njit.edu/parking. Parking fees (per semester) are $125 for full-time students (12 credits or more) and $65 for part-time students (less than 12 credits). Adjustments to parking fees to reflect changes in full-time or part-time status will automatically be made on the fifth day of the semester only. Written requests for refunds will be granted by the Department of Public Safety only until the fifth day of each semester.
Additional Fees
From time to time, additional fees may be necessary, or current fees may need to be increased. Currently these include:
Distance Learning $65 per semester
Reinstatement Fee
There is a $200 fee for reinstatement of cancelled registration. Reinstatements are possible or permitted only for a limited time for those who had not initially paid their bills in a timely manner.
Room & Board
Meal Plans Per Semester
A - Plan $1,389.00 -- Unlimited, continuous dining, 5 guest entries per semester
B - Plan $1,489.00 -- Unlimited, continuous dining, 5 guest entries per semester, 100 flex points
C - Plan $1,589.00 --Unlimited, continuous dining, 5 guest entries per semester, 200 flex points
D - Plan $1,689.00 -- Unlimited, continuous dining, 5 guest entries per semester, 300 flex points
E - Plan $1,989.00 -- Unlimited, continuous dining, 5 guest entries per semester, 600 flex points
F - Plan $989.00 -- 5 anytime entries per week, 5 guest entries per semester, 400 flex points *
G - Plan $1,347.00 -- 1047 flex points ($300 fixed expenses) *
H- Plan $689.00 -- 80 anytime entries per semester, 5 guest entries per semester *
These are the rates for 2007-2008 academic year.
* F, G, H Plans are for Juniors, Seniors and Commuters Only.
Cancellation of Housing Contract Prior to Check-In
NEW STUDENTS ---- All new students are required to provide a $50 non-refundable room reservation deposit. If a contract is cancelled prior to check-in, a $500 (less the $50 non-refundable room reservation deposit) cancellation fee will be assessed.
CONTINUING STUDENTS ---- All students must complete and sign a housing contract. If a contract is cancelled prior to check-in, a $500 cancellation fee will be assessed.
Cancellation of Housing Contract After Check-In
Residents may cancel their contract by contacting the Residence Life office in person or in writing. Residents canceling their contract must complete an official check-out and that will determine the final date of the resident's occupation of the residence hall space. Residents canceling their contract will be charged to the final date of their official check-out plus one half of the remainder of their contract.
Meal Plan Refund Policy
If a student cancels their contract during the semester, they are charged until the date of checkout for meals and flex dollars
If a resident student places cash in their flex account, they are entitled to a refund anytime, or may carry the flex amounts over from one semester to the next.
Meal Plans for Commuter Students
Commuter students may elect to have a meal plan, the Commuter Meal Plan ($500 for 550 flex dollars) or place money in their account. Students must pay for the option at the Bursar’s Office and then take the receipt to the Gourmet Dining Service Office in the Campus Center.
Meal plan Refund Policy for Commuter Students
If students select a regular meal plan the refund policy and procedures are the same as for resident students.
If commuter students place cash in their flex account, they are entitled to a refund anytime, or may carry the flex amounts over from one semester to the next.
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Tuition and Fees
In some cases, there is a differentiation in fees for CPE programs. See www.cpe.njit.edu/dl for a current listing of fee labels and fee amounts or call CPE at 1 (800) 624-9850.
Refunds for Withdrawal
Total Withdrawals During Fall or Spring Semesters
When students withdraw from all courses voluntarily (a complete withdrawal) they may receive a refund of some part of the tuition provided they have properly completed a withdrawal on the Highlander website.
INSTITUTIONAL REFUND SCHEDULE
Students receive refunds of tuition for complete withdrawal according to the following schedule
| Through the end of | % Refund |
| Week 1 | 100 (plus all fees) |
| Week 2 | 90 |
| Week 3 and 4 | 50 |
| Week 5,6 and 7 | 25 |
| After Week 7 | 0 |
Partial Withdrawals During Fall or Spring Semesters
The percentage of tuition refunded for credit reductions short of complete withdrawal (a partial withdrawal) in a semester is:
| Week 1 | 100% (plus all fees) |
| Week 2 | 90% |
| Week 3-15 | 0% |
FEDERAL STUDENT FINANCIAL AID RECIPIENTS
See Financial Aid
For more information on policies and procedures for the treatment of financial aid due to withdrawal, go to www.njit.edu/finaid/withdr.php
After the last day of the second week of classes each semester, students who reduce credits but remain enrolled will not receive any refund of tuition or other charges. For federal and state financial aid purposes, enrollment status is determined on the 15th day of classes, no adjustment from full-time to part-time status is made after the end of the second week of classes.
Refund policy and procedures for summer sessions are published in summer session registration materials.
Emergency Withdrawal
When the Office of the Dean of Graduate Studies approves emergency withdrawals, those students shall receive a refund prorated according to the number of weeks the student attended in the term. Students may request emergency withdrawal for the following reasons: medical circumstances that prevent completing the term; call to military service that prevents completing the term; and mental conditions that prevent completing the term.
Unofficial Withdrawal
Financial aid recipients whose term record shows zero (0) earned credits because of F and/or W grades will be reviewed for class attendance. A withdrawal date will be assigned to any student whose attendance or participation in class cannot be documented, and any federal aid may be reduced or canceled.
Students are strongly encouraged to use the official withdrawal procedure through the Registrar's Office should it become necessary to cease attendance in all courses. Students should also contact the Office of Graduate Studies to complete a discontinuance form.
Payment
Payment for tuition and fees may be made using any of the following methods:
Checks and Money Orders
Checks or money orders must be made payable to NJIT. Write the NJIT ID number on the face of the check or money order. The university reserves the right to add missing ID numbers to checks for payment.
Cash
Cash payments can be made only in person at the Bursar's Office, which is located in the student mall area on the lower level of the Parking Deck.
Credit Cards
At this time, the university only accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover. For your convenience we allow the use of credit card payment over the web. Go directly to http://my.njit.edu and sign on to Highlander Pipeline, then select view and pay your bill. You may also use the back portion of your invoice to authorize use of the above credit cards or you can opt to pay in person.
Deferred Payment
Students may use the NJIT deferred payment plan. In order to take advantage of this plan, the student must pay one-half of the bill plus a $50 deferral fee. All prior debts must be paid on order to take advantage of the deferral plan.
Student Residency for Tuition Purposes
Residency status for the purpose of tuition assessment will be made by the university based upon N.J.S.A. 18:62-1 et seq. and New Jersey Administrative Code Title 9. These statutes set forth the standards for individuals to legally reside in the state for 12 months prior to enrollment to be eligible for in-state tuition rates. The procedures outlined below will govern the determination of residency status for the purpose of calculating tuition. All students who are not legal residents of New Jersey within the meaning of the statutes will be assessed out-of-state tuition rates.
Initial Determination of Residency
When an application is submitted for admission to any graduate or undergraduate program the admissions office will determine the applicant's resident status for tuition assessment. This determination will be based upon information supplied by the applicant on the application for admission. Applicants who are not citizens of the United States must complete the non-resident portion of the application and supply documentation of their non-immigrant status.
The university reserves the right to correct any errors in resident status based upon incorrect or insufficient information supplied by the student which directly or by inference leads to an inaccurate tuition assessment. When an error has been identified and corrected, tuition will be recalculated for the terms affected, and the student will be held liable for any additional tuition.
Legal Determination of Residence
The following statement from the New Jersey Statutes Annotated defines residence for higher-education purposes: "Persons who have been domiciled within this State for a period of 12 months prior to initial enrollment in a public institution of higher education are presumed to be domiciled in this State for tuition purposes. Persons who have been domiciled within this State for less than 12 months prior to initial enrollment are presumed to be non-domiciliaries for tuition purposes."
The university reserves the right to request the student to have the Internal Revenue Service or the New Jersey Division of Taxation forward tax records to the appropriate university office for review or to request same directly from the student.
An individual who claims to have established a new domicile in New Jersey must show (1) a physical abandonment of the previous domicile, together with an intent not to return to it, and (2) actual presence in New Jersey with the intention of remaining permanently in the state for reasons other than attending school.
An individual from another state or country who has enrolled in any type of educational institution in New Jersey prior to applying to NJIT will be presumed to be in New Jersey primarily for educational purposes and will be presumed not to have established domicile in New Jersey. Although the student may present proof to overcome these presumptions, it must be noted that continued residence in New Jersey during vacation periods or occasional periods of interruption to the course of study does not of itself overcome the presumptions.
THE EFFECTS OF MARRIAGE ON RESIDENCY
A U.S. citizen or permanent resident who marries a bona fide New Jersey legal resident assumes the domicile of that spouse for tuition purposes in the term following marriage. The same test for residency will be applied to spouses when marriage is claimed as the basis for domicile.
No change in status will occur when a legal resident student marries a non-legal resident.
FOREIGN NATIONALS
International students studying under a non-immigrant status (such as F, J, and all others) may be eligible to pay resident tuition upon receipt of their permanent resident card. In addition to receipt of permanent resident status in the United States, students must comply with the definition of "Domicile" as described in that section of the catalog. Any other non-immigrant alien (H-1, E-1, etc., status) will be classified as a non-resident for the assessment of tuition.
Residency will be determined as of the first term following the admission date on the permanent resident card. Applications for residency will not be processed unless a photocopy of both sides of the permanent resident card is included with the application. A tuition refund will be issued if the admission date on the permanent resident card precedes the start date of the current term.
Residence established solely for the purpose of attending a particular college or university cannot be considered as fulfilling the definition of domicile.
Refugees Students attending NJIT as documented refugees may be eligible to pay resident tuition rates provided they are domiciled in New Jersey and maintain good academic standing. Their status will be reviewed each semester by the director of financial aid.
Political Asylum Students who have been granted political asylum are not permanent residents of the United States and are not eligible to pay resident tuition rates. Employment Authorization Visas issued by INS do not qualify students for NJ resident tuition status.
Request for a Change of Residency Status
Requests for a change in residency status must be submitted to the registrar no later than four weeks before the end of the term for which a change in status is sought. A Residency Analysis Form with all supporting affidavits, deemed appropriate by the registrar pursuant to N.J.A.C. 9A:5-1.1 et seq., must be filed at the time of application. Students who qualify for resident tuition assessment based on the information supplied with their request will have their status changed only for the current and subsequent terms. No adjustments in tuition assessments will be made for prior terms.
Residency Appeals
Appeals for a change in residency status will be made to the registrar and will be accepted no later than one month after the date of notification of any such determination. Unresolved appeals will be forwarded to the assistant vice president for academic affairs: enrollment planning. The assistant vice president will respond to the appeal within 30 working days of receipt of the appeal.
The decision of the assistant vice president for academic affairs: enrollment planning will be final.
Student Responsibilities
Students are responsible for providing relevant and accurate information upon which a residency determination can be made. The burden of proving residency status lies solely upon the student. Moreover, it is considered the obligation of the student to seek advice when in doubt regarding eligibility for in-state tuition assessment. If the student delays or neglects to question eligibility status beyond the period specified above, the student forfeits the right to a residency assessment to which he or she might have been deemed eligible had an appeal been filed at the appropriate time. Students who are classified as resident students but who become non-residents at any time by virtue of a change of legal residence are required to notify the registrar immediately. An independent student loses residency status for in-state tuition payment immediately upon abandonment of the New Jersey domicile. Assessment of non-resident tuition charges will take effect the term following the date of abandonment.
Penalties
If a student has obtained or seeks to obtain resident classification by deliberate concealment of facts or misrepresentation of facts or fails to come forward with notification upon becoming a non-resident, he or she is subject to disciplinary action before the university's professional conduct committee.
Factors Considered in Determining Residence for Tuition Assessment
CLASSIFICATION
Students residing in New Jersey for a period of 12 months before first enrolling at a public institution of higher education in the State of New Jersey are presumed to be state residents for tuition purposes.
Students who have been domiciled within this state for less than 12 months prior to the date of enrollment are presumed to be non-residents for the purpose of calculating tuition. Students who assert residency but whose resident status is challenged by the university, must prove their domicile according to the following regulations.
DOMICILE
"Domicile" means the place where a person has his or her true, fixed, permanent home and principal living establishment, and to which, whenever he or she is absent, he or she has the intention of returning.
Although actual presence is not necessary to preserve domicile once it has been acquired, a person, if absent from the state, must have the intention of returning to New Jersey in order to remain a legal resident.
In determining whether legal resident status has been shown, mere physical presence and the assertion of a declaration of intent to remain in the state may not be sufficient. To assist in determining whether a person is a New Jersey legal resident, the primary evidence of residency, although not dispositive, is a notarized affidavit setting forth domicile and a copy of New Jersey income tax return substantiating employment in New Jersey as the applicant's primary reason for residing in the state. In the case of dependent students, a copy of the parent's or legal guardian's New Jersey tax return will be required in addition to the affidavit. The following additional items may be considered: voter registration of the individual in New Jersey; a New Jersey driver's license and/or a registration or such other information as the university deems acceptable. In unusual circumstances, if primary evidence is not available, the institution may make a determination of New Jersey domicile based exclusively on supplementary evidence; however, supplementary evidence may not be deemed sufficient to justify a determination of legal resident status.
If a student resides with his or her parents or legal guardians for more than six consecutive weeks last or this year, or is dependent upon them for food, clothing, or shelter during the present or prior year, or is claimed, or will be claimed, as a dependent for income tax purposes for the last or current year, the student is deemed to be financially dependent. In such case, the domicile of the individual's parent or legal guardian for the year prior to the term of admission will determine the domicile of the dependent student.
Conversely, if a student has not lived, and will not live, with parents or legal guardians for more than six consecutive weeks during the present or prior year; and has not received and will not receive financial assistance from parents or legal guardians of more than $750 in support of any kind including food, clothing and shelter last year and this year; and has not been claimed as an exemption on parents' or legal guardians' tax return last and this year; and has resources, which should be at least equal to the level of public assistance in the preceding calendar year, the individual is deemed to be financially independent and student's own domicile, for the year prior to the term for which New Jersey domiciliary status is sought, will determine his or her legal resident status.
PRESENCE IN NEW JERSEY DUE TO MILITARY SERVICE
As a general rule, in the absence of any intention to effect a change of domicile, the domicile of a person is not affected or changed by reason of his or her entry into the military service.
United States military personnel and their dependents who are living in New Jersey are regarded as residents of the state for tuition purposes.
