Admission Requirements

All general engineering applicants should have adequate mathematics preparation for entry into Calculus I (first semester). Students with inadequate mathematics preparation will be required to supplement their program of study with additional courses to permit entry into the calculus sequence.

• Minimum combined SAT score of 1080 (critical reading and math only), including a minimum score of 550 in math. This program does not require standardized test scores. Review our test-optional policy.
  • If the student did not take SAT/ACT tests or does not meet the SAT/ACT score requirements, they may be admitted to this program but must successfully complete Calculus I within the first three semesters.

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3
• Completed at least 12 credits of required math, physics, computer science, and engineering with a minimum grade of C- in these courses
  • You may also satisfy these requirements by passing challenge examinations in these areas as provided for by New York Tech policies.
• No credit will be granted for learning derived from experience.

Any New York Tech student may apply to transfer into the General Engineering program from another major within the university if they have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and have completed at least 12 credits of required mathematics, physics, computer science, and engineering with a minimum grade of C- in these courses.

• Completed application.
• $50 nonrefundable application fee.
• Copies of transcripts of all high school work, including college-level courses. Your mid-year and final grades will be required. All final, official transcripts must be received prior to the start of your first semester.
• Testing Preferences: First-time first-year applicants may choose to submit their application without standardized test scores to be considered for admission to New York Institute of Technology. This program does not require test scores, though some academic programs require test scores. Review our test-optional policy. If you are submitting official SAT (critical reading and math only) or ACT test scores, use these codes: NYIT SAT Code 2561; NYIT ACT Code 2832.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• 300–350 word essay following one of the established Common App Essay Prompts or an essay of the same length describing your career goals in your selected major and why attending New York Tech would further those goals.

• First-Year Priority Deadline: December 1.
• Regular Admission: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling admission basis, as long as space is available.
• International Student Deadlines: December 1 for the spring semester and July 1 for the fall semester.