What’s the campus like at the New Jersey Institute of Technology?

I'm considering applying to NJIT but I've never visited. Can anyone share what the campus vibe is like? Is it lively, and are there lots of activities? Would love to know more about the overall atmosphere!

New Jersey Institute of Technology's campus is an urban campus located in Newark, New Jersey. Because it is located in the state's largest city, there's an energetic atmosphere and you can find a lot to do both on and off campus.

The campus itself has modern architecture and is relatively compact, with most of the academic buildings and facilities within a short walk of one another. It's a mix of contemporary and older brick buildings, interspersed with green spaces, which creates a nice balance of city and campus life.

Regarding student life, there are plenty of activities to engage in. There are over 90 student clubs and organizations, catering to a range of interests from academic clubs, hobby-based clubs, community service organizations, and cultural and religious organizations. There's always something happening on campus, be it guest speaker events, club meetings, or larger events organized by the Student Senate. It's easy to get involved and interact with fellow students, but remember that participation depends on personal initiative, so be open to explore!

NJIT also has strong sports spirit, with numerous NCAA Division I athletic teams competing in the Atlantic Sun Conference. So, whether participating or cheering for the home team, athletics can be a significant part of NJIT's campus life.

Furthermore, its location in Newark offers abundant opportunities to explore city life, access internships in diverse industries, and generally enjoy the benefits of a large city within reach.

When you couple these aspects with the academic focus of a polytechnic institution, you get a vibrant, diverse, and somewhat pragmatic atmosphere that caters to students of varying interests and goals, particularly those with a leaning towards STEM fields.

You may have never visited before, but you can always schedule a tour on NJIT's website: https://www.njit.edu/visit. If you can't make it in person, there are also virtual tour options, so you can still get a sense of what campus and its surroundings are like.