Contact the Graduate Admissions Team
A message from the Assistant Vice President of Admissions & Enrollment Management:
Welcome, and thank you for considering New Jersey City University in your college search.
Earning a college degree requires personal sacrifice with the realization that the results will transform your future for yourself and for your family. Our office is here to support your exploration of the countless opportunities available to you at NJCU.
I would personally like to invite you to engage with us. To make sure you can get all of your questions answered, we have appointed an Admissions Counselor for your area. I encourage you to reach out and introduce yourself, so we can support you through this exciting and important time in your life. You can also schedule a campus visit to explore our campus and learn more about NJCU in person.
As an NJCU alum, I know exactly how transformative an NJCU education can be. I look forward to meeting you and showing you how NJCU can help you become your best.
Go Knights!
Meet the Graduate Admissions Team
Our Graduate Admissions Team is dedicated to helping you take your next step toward earning an advanced degree or graduate certificate. If you have any questions about the graduate application process, or next steps, please feel free to reach out for assistance.
Graduate Admissions Main Office Contact Information
Phone: (201) 200-3409
Text: (551) 214-1181
Email: gradadmissions@njcu.edu
Tatiana Reyes
Director of Graduate Admissions
Contact Info: treyes@njcu.edu; Phone: 201-200-2032
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Specialties: Strategic planning and data analytics, marketing, enrollment communications, recruitment
Why NJCU? As an alum who holds two degrees from NJCU (’15, ’18), I am Gothic Knight through and through. Being a part of this community for 10+ years has been such a wonderful and joyous experience. It is my home; it is where I learn and grow each day. As such, I am passionate about working with NJCU students, so that they, too, can call NJCU their home.
Sachie Tsumura-Tmart
Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
Contact Info: stsumura@njcu.edu; Mobile: 551-214-1181
Languages Spoken: English and Japanese
Specialties: System software specialist, admissions policy expert, recruitment, graduate faculty liaison, data integrity, international student contact
Why NJCU? NJCU is truly my second home, and I am honored to give back. I earned two degrees from NJCU; I was an international student and graduate assistant who lived on-campus and played sports. As a result, I have many personal experiences to share and am relatable. My goal is to guide all students to their fullest potential.
Nicole Leibowitz
Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
Contact Info: nleibowitz@njcu.edu; Phone: 201-200-3429
Languages Spoken: English
Specialties: Recruitment, general admissions inquiries, communications, marketing, graduate faculty liaison
Why NJCU? As an NJCU alum, I understand the power that education can have on our community. I have been privileged enough to be part of that very community for nearly half of my life, and my experiences are mirrored in the students I engage with every day. NJCU is my home, and I’m eternally grateful to work with and grant our students with the same compassion and guidance that has been provided to me all these years, as a student, an administrator, and an educator.
Tania Martins
Contact Info: Tmartins@njcu.edu; 201-200-2313 Languages Spoken: English and Portuguese
Specialties: Recruitment, marketing, admissions support services, general ad missions inquiries Why NJCU? I am deeply committed to sharing information about NJCU's graduate program offerings and supporting prospective students as they navigate the graduate application process. As a first-generation college graduate, I understand the complexity of higher education and am dedicated to ensuring that students feel heard, supported, and valued throughout their admissions journey. My emphasis on inclusivity empowers students to create compelling applications that reflect their unique stories. Additionally, I connect prospective students with valuable resources, helping to build a solid foundation for their academic success.
Mariuxi Obando
Operations Coordinator
Contact Info: mobando1@njcu.edu; Phone: 201-200-3389
Languages Spoken: Spanish and English
Specialties: General admissions inquiries, data analysis, system software specialist
Why NJCU? I am so proud to call New Jersey City University my new home. I am a transfer student pursuing my bachelor's degree in accounting. I really enjoy this new experience assisting students who are pursuing their master's degrees. Extremely happy to be part of this team.
Evelin Candelario
Assistant Director of CRM and Enrollment Systems
Contact Info: ecandelario@njcu.edu; Phone: 201-200-2077
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
Specialties: CRM and Enrollment Systems Administrator, application processing, operations systems, data management
Why NJCU? NJCU and I have a very long history together. I started NJCU as an undergraduate student in 1999, and one year later, I was hired as a full-time employee. I am highly grateful to NJCU for my career and for facilitating the process of obtaining both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. My personal academic experience at NJCU allows me to relate to our students, and I am passionate about helping students succeed.
Shruthi Nambala Shyamsundar
CRM Operations
Email: snamabalashyamsundar@njcu.edu, Phone: 201-200-2282
Languages Spoken: English
Kimberly D. Williams
Student Recruitment & Communications Specialist
Contact Info: kwilliams18@njcu.edu; 201-200-2281 Languages Spoken: English
Specialties: Content Creation, Content Management Systems (WordPress, Drupal, and Typo3).
Why NJCU? From the moment I stepped onto the campus as an undergraduate student, I knew that New Jersey City University was a special place. I was in awe of the buildings and greenery, but my amazement did not end there. I was intrigued, challenged, and inspired by my professors and I am grateful to have completed my undergraduate education here. Now, I am thrilled to be part of a team that continues to serve students by empowering them to receive a quality education!
Dominique Smith
Director of New Student Programs
Contact Info: Dsmith7@njcu.edu; Phone: 201-200-2518
Languages Spoken: English