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Master of Transportation

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Interdisciplinary doctorate for students with a transportation master's degree or outstanding applicants without one.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Conduct independent doctoral-level inquiry in Transportation. Evaluate evidence and academic literature. Communicate original research findings.

Career outcomes

Industry
Government
Academic careers

Curriculum

At least 120 units of coursework
A general exam with written and oral parts
And a dissertation defence. The programme is interdisciplinary and draws on three affiliated departments.

Entry requirements

Academic

Cumulative GPA 3.0 or equivalent recommended
Transcripts from all institutions (no credential evaluation)
English test score or waiver
Resume and recommendation letter recommended or required by some programmes
GRE/GMAT optional
Portfolio required for Hillier College of Architecture and Design.

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Cumulative GPA 3.0 or equivalent recommended (not a stated minimum), GRE/GMAT optional, Transcripts without credential evaluation, Resume and letters of recommendation recommended or required by some programs, Portfolio for Hillier College applicants.

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 57

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
Credential Evaluation (If Applicable)
Resume
Recommendation Letters
Portfolio (If Applicable)
Financial Support Documents (For Visa If Applicable).

How to apply

Check the requirements and deadlines (Fall 1 May
Spring 15 November) on the graduate international admissions page. Apply and pay the 75 USD application fee. Upload transcripts from every institution
An English test score or approved waiver
a resume and recommendation letter where required
Add a portfolio for Hillier College programmes (GRE/GMAT optional). Pay the 500 USD enrollment deposit
Claim your UCID
Then request the I-20 at with passport and proof of funds. Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee
Complete the DS-160 and attend the F-1 visa interview. Report your visa in myGlobal and register for at least 9 credits.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$42,534 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Newark Campus
Faculty or school	Newark College of Engineering
Department	Civil and Environmental Engineering
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Certain graduate programs and departments offer merit scholarships, Research or teaching support. The named degree and applicant must meet current funding requirements.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.