UCNJ is proud to welcome international students from over 30 nations!
If you plan to attend UCNJ in F-1 status, here are the steps you must take:
Application Deadlines:
June 1 – Fall Semester
November 1 – Spring Semester
- Prospective International Students
Prospective International Students
Applying as an International Student
Step 1: Read the following important information for International (F1) Applicants
- Important Information for International (F1) Applicants
- New Estudiantes Internacionales
- New Estudiantes Internacionales Portuguese
Step 2: Apply to UCNJ
Step 3: Submit an F1 Application to International Students Office
- Download and Complete the F1 Application
- Assemble Required Application Documents (listed in application)
- Email Completed Application and Required Documents to international@692887.com
- Current International Students
Current International Students
Changing Majors
F-1 students are required to notify International Services and the Department of Homeland Security when there is a substantive change in the information on your Form I-20 academic programs and/or degree levels. Examples of changes that require notification are: a change in major field; a change in degree level; a change in major field and degree level.
Practical Training
Some F-1 students are eligible for practical training, an employment benefit that allows you, as an F-1 student, to gain practical, professional experience in your field of study. There are two types of F-1 practical training: curricular practical training (CPT) and optional practical training (OPT).
CPT is employment used to satisfy the requirements of a required or elective internship,
practicum, or fieldwork course. OPT, unlike CPT, does not require you to register for an internship, practicum, or fieldwork course.- F-1 Curricular Practical Training Overview and Request Form
- F-1 Optional Practical Training Overview and Request Form
Program Extension
If you are unable to complete your degree requirements by the completion date specified on your I-20 (item # 5), you must apply for a program extension at least 15 days before but no later than the completion date indicated on the I-20.
Frequently Asked Questions for International Students
International Students Contact Information
* Email: International@692887.com
Office Hours
Cranford Campus
* Monday – Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
Elizabeth Campus
* Monday – Friday – 10:00am-4:30pm
UCNJ’s International Advisors are here to answer any of your questions!