Application Checklist

Transfer Application Checklist

Follow the steps below to submit your NJCU application. Please note that steps 2 and 3 can be completed after application due dates and after the application has been filed.

1. Submit your application and your $50 application fee.

2. Official College Transcripts

Applicants who attended a college or university will need to submit official college transcripts for all previously attended institutions. Please have former institutions send transcripts directly to NJCU's Admissions Office. 

Submit official final transcripts electronically to: admissions@njcu.edu

- OR -
Office of University Admissions
2039 Kennedy Blvd Hepburn Hall, Room 207
Jersey City, NJ 07305

2b. Official Test Scores (Optional)

Applicants who have taken the College Board Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), International Baccalaureate (IB) or Department of Defense Standardize Test (DSST) have the option of sending in their official test scores for additional transfer credits.

• Use institution code 8427 for score reports from Department of Defense Standardized Test (DSST).
• Use school code 2516 for score reports from College Board Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), International Baccalaureate (IB).

3. Personal Essay

The Admissions Office requests that you write and submit an essay, 250 words minimum, explaining your aspiration and motivation for attending NJCU.

International Transfer Students

Interested in further information? Visit our International Students Admissions page to learn more.