For MBA Advanced Standing Only: A Bachelor’s degree in Business is required to be eligible for the 30-credit program. A minor in Business and/or completion of all foundation Business coursework may be considered and is subject to approval by the MBA Program Director

For All MBA Applicants:

• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Please note that letters of recommendation are WAIVED for current Ramapo ASB students graduating in 2025 and recent Ramapo ASB graduates from 2022, 2023, and 2024
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Undergraduate or Graduate transitional coursework with a completion of B or better may be required
• An Interview with the Program Director may be required
• Resume

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field with a recommended grade point average of 3.0 or above.
  • Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in unrelated disciplines will be considered if they have significant relevant professional experience
• One Letter of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal.
  • Letter of recommendation is WAIVED for current Ramapo students graduating in 2025 and recent Ramapo graduates from 2023 and 2024
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume
• Interview with the Program Director may be required

• One Letter of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal.
  • Letter of recommendation is WAIVED for current Ramapo students graduating in 2025 and recent Ramapo graduates from 2023 and 2024
• Completion of at least one college-level course in Computer Programming and one college-level course in Statistics are required
  • Students with Undergraduate degrees in Mathematics, Computer Science, and other quantitative fields will likely meet these requirements based on courses already completed 
  • For students without this background, Ramapo offers a variety of paths for students to quickly and economically meet these requirements prior to enrollment. Relevant professional experience will also be considered when evaluating whether a student meets the programming and mathematics requirements for enrollment
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume
• Interview with the Program Director may be required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field with a recommended grade point average of 3.0 or above.
  • Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in unrelated disciplines will be considered if they have significant relevant professional experience
• One Letter of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal.
  • Letter of recommendation is WAIVED for current Ramapo students graduating in 2025 and recent Ramapo graduates from 2023 and 2024
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume
• Interview with the Program Director may be required

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business (with foundational Accounting coursework) is required
  • Applicants without a Business or Accounting undergraduate degree may be eligible for a MS Accounting Transition Program after consulting with Program Director
  • Additionally, students may apply as a Second Bachelor’s degree candidate in Accounting, as a transfer student
• One Letter of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Please note that the letter of recommendation requirement is WAIVED for current Ramapo ASB students graduating in 2025 and recent Ramapo ASB graduates from 2022, 2023, and 2024
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume

• One Letter of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal.
• Copy of valid State-Issued Teacher Certification, Education Specialist Certification, and/or Administrative Certification
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume

• One Letter of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal.
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume

• Valid State-Issued Teacher Certification or Proof of Enrollment in a TE Certification Program
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume
• One Letter of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal

• Two Letters of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Please note that letters of recommendation are WAIVED for current Ramapo Music students graduating in 2025 and recent Ramapo Music graduates from 2022, 2023, and 2024
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal
• Portfolio
  • Submit a document with links to at least three (3) representative samples of your work that can be accessed on Soundcloud, YouTube, or other online platform. Do not upload media files directly to the online application. The portfolio may include:
    • Audio recordings that you have created or produced
    • Video recordings that you produced or edited
    • Software listings for programs, games, or interactive works that you have written
    • Images or demonstrations of your software or other creative works
    • Notes describing the aesthetics and technical tools/techniques used in the creation of the works submitted
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume
  • Please include the following information below in a list format:
    • Undergraduate courses in music as well as relevant private study
    • Undergraduate courses in Engineering, Computer Science, Visual Arts, Film, or other specialization relevant to the MFA
    • Instruments played and performance credits (if any)
    • Relevant professional experience
• Interview
  • Following the Portfolio Submission, applicants will meet with the Program Director and/or Faculty to discuss creative process, background, and future goals

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• For Nurse Practitioner tracks: A minimum of two years of acute care work experience is required
• Two Letters of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • For NP Applicants Only: One letter of recommendation must be from a clinical setting
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal
• Valid, State-issued RN License
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.5  
• Two Letters of Recommendation (professional or academic)
  • Students must enter the name and contact information for their references in the ‘Recommendations’ section of the online application. Ramapo will send an automated recommendation request on the student’s behalf to the references listed in the application. References will be able to upload their recommendations directly to the application portal.
• Valid, State-Issued RN License
• Nursing Certification 
• For DNP Graduation, 1000 hours post-baccalaureate clinical residency are required
  • Hours accrued in the applicant’s MSN program and for annual maintenance of certification can be included in the 1000 post-baccalaureate hours required
  • Hours beyond those included in the DNP curriculum (540) will be determined on a case-by-case basis
• Interview
  • Scholarly discussion of issue of concern for the profession/patient
• A personal statement (400 words) describing why you are interested in the program, how it fits into personal intellectual development and what you expect to accomplish by enrolling
• Resume

• Students who are intending to apply for a F1 Visa qualify for the following programs ONLY:
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS)
  • Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS)
  • Master of Science in Applied Mathematics (MSAM)
  • MFA in Creative Music Technology (MFA)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW)
• Transcripts from outside of the United States must be evaluated (course by course) by any current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). SpanTran: The Evaluation Company, a NACES member, has created a custom application for RCNJ that will make sure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate. If you would like to start a transcript evaluation, you can click here.
• Evaluated transcripts must indicate that you have the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree
• If you are admitted to the College and intend to apply for an F1 Visa, you will be notified by Mr. Raj Adhikari, Associate Director of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) who will provide you with additional information on the visa application process.