Computer Technology courses

About Computer Technology in New Jersey Institute of Technology

Computer Technology involves designing and constructing computer hardware and software for office, school, and home environments. The industry offers a variety of jobs from which you can choose, including computer specialist, computer systems analyst, database administrator and information security analyst.

Specialists in Computer Technology must be skilled technically in such areas as web design, programming, computer setup and repair, and software installation. As you would be applying your knowledge in a variety of industries, you also should be able to write clearly and interact and communicate with others. Additional soft skills necessary for the job include problem-solving, critical thinking and good organization.

Degrees Offered

• B.S.E.T. Computer Technology

Where do Computer Technology majors work?

Common Job Titles

• IT Engineer Systems Technician
• IT Support Specialist
• IT Project Manager
• Sales Associate

Top Employers

• PEF Services LLC
• NJII
• Cisco Systems
• KPMG

All first-year students who apply to NJIT must submit an official high school transcript in English. When evaluating your application for undergraduate admission, we are interested in understanding how you challenged yourself relative to the curriculum that was available at your school and the trends in your performance—especially your grades in math, science and English.

Your completed coursework should include English Composition, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Chemistry and Physics. We also consider the GPA (Grade Point Average) that is indicated on your high school transcript. We generally look for students in the top 25% of their class. For schools that don't use a ranking system, we consider a 3.0 GPA or higher to be the equivalent.

English Language Requirements

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Duolingo or is required of all applicants whose first language is not English - both on the undergraduate and graduate levels. The minimum score required is 79 for the internet-based TOEFL exam, 213 for the computer-based TOEFL exam, 550 for the paper TOEFL exam, 6.0 for the IELTS exam, 100 for the Duolingo exam (undergraduate applicants) or 120 for the Duolingo exam (graduate applicants).

New Jersey Institute of Technology Cost of Attendance

The cost of attendance is the average cost incurred by the student to attend one academic year. For each academic year, New Jersey Institute of Technology's cost of attendance for both undergraduate and graduate programs is set by the Student Financial Aid Service depending on the program, housing and residency selection and year in school. You should also check out the estimated budget to study in USA to plan your education abroad.

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